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Job Title


Technical Sales Representative


Company : CY Partners


Location : Edinburgh, Scotland


Created : 2026-02-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Technical Sales RepresentativeField Based | Southern England | Molecular DiagnosticsCY Partners are currently recruiting for a Technical Sales Representative on behalf of a well established and highly respected life sciences organisation operating within the molecular diagnostics sector.This is a field based commercial role covering the South of England, focused on building trusted relationships with an existing customer base, understanding client needs and taking ownership of key accounts. In addition, the role will also support growth across a portfolio of molecular and rapid diagnostic solutions used within clinical microbiology laboratories.If you have a background in microbiology, molecular biology or similar subject and enjoy combining technical expertise with commercial responsibility, this is a genuine opportunity to step into a visible, revenue generating role within a growing and innovative business.The opportunityYou will be responsible for:Managing and developing key clinical and diagnostic accountsIdentifying and converting new business opportunities across your territoryDelivering technical product presentations and demonstrationsBuilding structured sales plans and maintaining an active pipelineWorking closely with technical and international colleagues to deliver customer solutionsThis role offers a high degree of autonomy and would suit someone who is self-motivated, organised and comfortable operating in a field based capacity.What we're looking forDegree (or equivalent) in Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences or a related disciplineHands on experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. real-time PCR, nested PCR, sequencing) or previous experience working within a clinical microbiology laboratoryCommercial mindset with the drive to meet and exceed KPIsStrong communication and presentation skillsFull UK driving licenceFull right to work in the UK (essential)Previous sales experience within molecular diagnostics, rapid testing or related microbiology technologies would be highly advantageous.Why consider this role?Established product portfolio within IVD molecular diagnosticsClear territory ownership and autonomyOpportunity to move into a commercially strategic role within life sciencesSupportive and collaborative cultureThis is a field based role, with the expectation that you will spend 3 to 4 days per/week in the field building relationships and managing key accounts across the South of England.Full company details will be provided upon discussion.CY Partners are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.