Joblaze summary

In the role of Sales Development Representative at Benchling, the individual will focus on generating leads and qualifying prospects through effective communication and research. Key skills include proficiency in Salesforce, strong verbal and written communication in both German and English, and a background in life sciences. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those with a couple of years of relevant experience who are driven and methodical in their approach to sales. Benchling emphasizes AI fluency, integrating it into daily operations to enhance biotech research.

Joblaze insights

Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze November 14, 2026. Last confirmed on Benchling's careers page November 14, 2026.

Quick facts

Is the Sales Development Representative role remote?: It's hybrid — Benchling expects some on-site time in Zurich, Switzerland.
How much experience is required?: 0–2 years of relevant experience for this Sales Development Representative role.
Where is the role based?: Benchling is hiring for this position in Zurich, Switzerland.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI, Biotechnology, Sales.
What seniority level is this role?: Benchling targets junior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Sales Development Representative role at Benchling.

From the original posting

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Sales Development Representative with a love for selling and a tenacious and methodical approach to prospecting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create a fantastic first impression with prospects and customers while building pipeline for Account Executives.
Follow up and qualify inbound requests and MQLs, via the telephone and email, for scientific fit.
Organize, categorize, and prioritize sales leads in Salesforce and measure lead conversion and performance against quota.
Leverage prospecting tools to research companies and identify key decision makers at new accounts.
Develop customized pitches for different target accounts and personas.
Work with Account Executives to drive outbound prospecting activities, including cold calling, emailing, and communicating our value proposition to decision makers.

Work with the field marketing and sales teams to drive attendance at Benchling field events such as executive dinners and happy hours.
Staff tradeshows and follow-up on leads collected at the Benchling booth.

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in life sciences required (e.g. molecular biology, biotechnology, biomedical engineering, biochemistry), Postgraduate welcomed
Recent graduate or 1-2 years of internship / work experience in a Sales Development Representative, Business Development Representative function.
Passionate about Benchling’s mission and the acceleration of life sciences research
Not afraid to pick up the phone and cold call in German
Strong verbal and written communication skills in German and English
Persistent, self-motivated, and willing to go beyond strict job responsibilities
Driven to meet/exceed goals with a proven history of consistent high achievement
Gritty and resourceful
Methodical and disciplined work ethic
Language Requirements: English AND German

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