Academia Working Student - South Africa - Remote

Join our Business Development team as Working Student for 20 hours a week.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>We are looking for an Academia Working Student to support the Business Development department at Sartorius, homebased in South Africa.  As a working student, you benefit in two ways: you gain important work experience and earn some extra money alongside your studies. With a working week of 20 hours, you can continue to concentrate on your studies.</p><p></p><p>This role is ideal for someone, who is currently in the midst of their academic journey. In order to apply candidates needs to have at least 1 year left on their study. This role is perfect for students eager to apply their knowledge in a practical setting while continuing their education.</p><p></p><p>This is an international team with students all over EMEA and we are looking forward to shaping the future with you.  </p><p></p><p><b>Grow with us – Your Responsibilities  </b></p><ul><li><p>First step in a potential future career at Sartorius in Sales &amp; Marketing during your academic career</p></li><li><p>Target identification and lead generation (research events, global data) for analytical and bioprocess equipment for scientific research, process development and production, send cold emails to prospects (lead qualification – no selling)</p></li><li><p>Work independently and self-organized within academic environment,<br />research institutes and Start-ups in your geographical area, use data to map and build Salesforce database</p></li><li><p>Networking, research and participation in conferences and events – provide product introduction, connect sales to potential new accounts</p></li><li><p>Enable access to new trends and support collaborations – platform development and research</p></li><li><p>Brand visibility – establish new relationships with customers</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What will convince us </b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor, Master or PhD student in Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology or Life Science from one of the following universities: UCT, Stellenbosch, Wits</p></li><li><p>Strong communication and written skills in English</p></li><li><p>High level of self-confidence</p></li><li><p>Networking attitude and persuasive personality</p></li><li><p>Ability to work self-driven and with a high level of self-motivation</p></li><li><p>Basic presentation and negotiation skills</p></li></ul><p></p><p>In order to commence working with us, the successful candidate must have the right to work in South Africa.</p><p></p><p><b>What we offer </b></p><p>As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the German TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits: </p><ul><li><p><b>Flexible and remote paid position </b>with 20 hours work week – work around academic schedule with weekly alignment (less hours during exams, more hours on vacations)</p></li><li><p><b>Work-life Balance: </b>this role is perfect for students who want to apply their knowledge in a practical setting, gain work experience whilst continuing their education</p></li><li><p><b>Personal and professional development: </b>a future potential career in biotech – training, coaching and mentoring support</p></li><li><p><b>Making an impact right from the start:</b> Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform <b>–</b> even before joining</p></li><li><p><b>Welcoming Culture: </b>Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as coaching, agile working and businesswomen network</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Sartorius </b></p><p></p><p>Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. </p><p></p><p>We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.</p><p></p><p>Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application. <br /><a href="https://www.sartorius.com/careers" target="_blank">www.sartorius.com/careers</a></p>