Cole-Parmer is a global source of scientific research laboratory and industrial equipment. Our customers are scientists in leading industrial firms, educational institutions, governmental agencies, and research hospitals worldwide. Our efforts to satisfy their needs for prompt and efficient delivery of high quality, up-to-date laboratory instruments and supplies have made us both a highly successful and growing organization and a leader in our field.

Formed in 1955, Cole-Parmer markets our products via a major catalog used by research scientists worldwide. Our full-color catalog features over 40,000 quality products.

We seek exceptional individuals as employees who will contribute to our continuing progress while developing their own careers in a "family-friendly" work environment. Take a look at our available positions. Please e-mail resumes to hr@coleparmer.com or fax to (847) 549-1515.
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We currently have career opportunities in the following areas:

Product Application Specialist - Vernon Hills, IL  [e-mail resume]  

The Opportunity: This position provides technical support to internal and external customers in the form of recommendations of both catalog and non-catalog items. Investigates and assists in resolving credits, returns and/or quoting issues, utilizing in-depth knowledge of systems, policies and customers as well as various resources and tools made available to associate. Troubleshoots with and provides support to the various business units associated with Cole-Parmer, such as Davis, Oakton, Innocal and Fisher RMD, through telephone, fax, and email contact. Utilizes knowledge and experience to aid and improve the effectiveness of other departments.

The Requirements: Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in science (Physics, Chemistry, or Biology) or a combination of education and experience required. • 3 years previous work experience and familiarity with industrial instrumentation and calibration equipment Non-Negotiable Hiring Criteria: 1. Must demonstrate aptitude to gain knowledge and mastery of test, measurement, control, calibration, and laboratory instruments and equipment. 2. Must possess interpersonal skills to be able to conduct professional and courteous phone conversations with internal and external customers. 3. Must possess advanced analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills to provide effective solutions to customers, based on their needs. 4. Must possess ability to up-sell to customer in a professional and helpful manner; must do so with a high level of integrity 5. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer is preferred. Computer aptitude skills also a plus. Working Conditions: • Working in typical office environment 100% of the time. • Extended period of time on telephone – up to as much as 2 hour phone segments.

Technical Sales Representative - Montreal, QC  [e-mail resume]  

The Opportunity: This position provides customer service and technical support to internal and external customers in the form of recommendations of both catalog and non-catalog items. Investigates and assists in resolving credits, returns and/or quoting issues, utilizing in-depth knowledge of systems, policies and customers as well as various resources and tools made available to associate. Troubleshoots with and provides support to the various business units associated with Cole-Parmer, such as Davis, Oakton, Innocal and Fisher RMD, through telephone, fax, and email contact. Utilizes knowledge and experience to aid and improve the effectiveness of other departments. Please send all applications for this position to info@coleparmer.ca

The Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in sciences or a combination of education and experience required. • 3 years previous work experience and familiarity with industrial instrumentation. Bilingual, English/French. Criteria: 1. Must demonstrate aptitude to gain knowledge and mastery of scientific instruments and equipment. 2. Must possess interpersonal skills to be able to conduct professional and courteous phone conversations with internal and external customers. 3. Must possess advanced analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills to provide effective solutions to customers, based on their needs. 4. Must possess ability to up-sell to customer in a professional and helpful manner; must do so with a high level of integrity 5. Must be proficient with MS Office. Working Conditions: • Working in typical office environment 100% of the time, with extended periods of time on telephone.

Please e-mail resumes to hr@coleparmer.com or fax to (847) 549-1515.
Please include the job title in the subject line.