What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Sales Representative - 1099 Contract (Uncapped Commission) - Philadelphia , PA position at Selleck Chemicals LLC?
Key Points – Please Read Carefully
Before applying, please ensure your career expectations align with the following core requirements of this role:
1. Employment Type: This is an Independent Contractor (1099) position. It is not a W2 full-time corporate role and does not include a standard benefits package.
2. On-Site Engagement: This is not a remote or digital outreach role. You will be expected to conduct daily, in-person visits to wet labs, engaging directly with PhDs and Principal Investigators (PIs) at local universities and research institutions in Philadelphia.
3. Location Requirement: Success in this role requires a consistent local presence. This position is only suitable for candidates currently based in the Philadelphia area. If your daily commute exceeds 1.5 hours, this role may not be the best fit.
4. High-Intensity Performance: This is a demanding, high-activity position. Top-performing representatives typically achieve 15–20 high-quality client interactions per day, which requires a total daily visit volume of 20 clients.
5. Data Discipline: You are required to update all client interactions and insights in our CRM system daily. A Senior Manager will review these records to provide personalized feedback and strategic suggestions for your territory’s growth.
Compensation & Earnings
We offer a competitive compensation structure designed to reward high-activity field sales:
- Base Fee: $4,000 per month
- Commission: 5% uncapped commission on all sales revenue generated within your assigned territory.
- Total Earnings: Monthly Total = $4,000 5% Commission.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Field Sales Representative for Selleck Chemicals, you will be the face of our brand within the elite scientific community of Philadelphia. Instead of sitting behind a desk, you will be on the ground, navigating the hallways of top-tier research hubs.
- Territory Mastery: Explore and manage a designated territory within Philadelphia, identifying key labs and research projects.
- Relationship Building: Transition from "cold visiting" to becoming a trusted resource for scientists by understanding their experimental timelines and funding cycles.
- Strategic Intelligence: Gather insights from lab managers, post-docs, and PIs to build a full picture of the lab's upcoming needs.
- Consistent Growth: Use the CRM to track your progress and work with a Senior Manager to refine your sales approach based on daily field data.
Who You Are
- Resilient & Energetic: You thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy the "hustle" of meeting new people every day.
- Locally Rooted: You know the Philadelphia layout and are comfortable spending 6–8 hours daily in the field.
- Communicative: You can speak confidently with high-level researchers and academic professionals.
- Disciplined: You understand that consistent data entry is the key to long-term sales success.
*Special note:
The company does not provide work visas, so non-US citizen applicants need to obtain work permits from the US government in advance.
About Selleck Chemicals
Selleck is a global leader in small molecule inhibitors and biochemicals, supporting the world’s top pharmaceutical companies, universities, and research institutions. With a catalog of over 220,000 products and a presence in more than 50 countries, we enable life-saving research every day.
*Industry: Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology
Why Join Selleck Chemicals?
This is more than a sales role — it’s a chance to directly support scientific breakthroughs in cancer, rare diseases, neuroscience, and beyond. You’ll have autonomy in your region, meaningful client relationships, and a clear path to career advancement.
Apply Today
If you are ready to hit the ground running in the Philadelphia biotech and academic scene, and be part of something impactful — we want to hear from you.
Submit your application and take the first step toward a career in biotech sales with Selleck Chemicals.
Job Types: Contract, Commission
Pay: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $100,000