Field Application Scientist

SRC-Search; München; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading life sciences company in South West Germany is seeking a Field Application Scientist. You will educate and train customers on advanced immunoassay and multiplex technologies. The role demands scientific expertise coupled with strong communication skills, ideally with 3–5 years' experience in a relevant lab environment. Travel up to 60% is required to engage with clients effectively.

Qualifikationen

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a molecular biology, immunology, or biochemistry lab.
• Prior experience in a field applications or scientific support role is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and optimize assay performance.

Aufgaben

• Educate, train, and support customers on immunoassay and analytical instrumentation.
• Deliver hands-on training for users of ELISA-style and multiplex assays.
• Provide expert troubleshooting and optimization support for customer assays.

Kenntnisse

Immunoassay principles (ELISA, multiplex)

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Customer training

Ausbildung

M.Sc. in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related discipline

Tools

CRM systems (Salesforce)

Jobbeschreibung

Field Application Scientist – South West Germany

An established life sciences company specializing in high-sensitivity immunoassay platforms is seeking a Field Application Scientist to support its growing customer base across South West Germany. The role combines scientific expertise, customer training, and technical support, working with a portfolio that includes advanced multiplex and immunoassay technologies used in fields such as inflammation, oncology, metabolic disorders, neuroscience, and toxicology.

Key Responsibilities :

• Educate, train, and support customers on the company’s immunoassay and analytical instrumentation portfolio, including data acquisition and interpretation.
• Deliver hands‑on training for users of ELISA‑style and multiplex assays, associated instruments, and software tools.
• Provide expert troubleshooting and optimization support for customer assays, including both standard and custom‑developed formats.
• Collaborate with research partners and customers developing bespoke immunoassays for diverse applications (e.g., PK, immunogenicity, inflammation, oncology, neuroscience).
• Support field‑based scientific evaluations, seminars, and workshops to showcase technology capabilities.
• Work closely with account managers to identify opportunities, assist in pre‑ and post‑sales activities, and drive adoption of the platform across academic, biotech, and pharma accounts.
• Attend key conferences and scientific meetings, representing the company’s scientific expertise and providing market feedback.
• Document activities, customer interactions, and technical insights in CRM systems.
• Travel approximately 40–60%, typically spending up to four days per week in the field with customers.

Qualifications & Experience :

• M.Sc. in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related discipline (Ph.D. preferred).
• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in a molecular biology, immunology, or biochemistry lab (research or clinical environment).
• Prior experience in a field applications or scientific support role is highly desirable.
• Strong background in immunoassay principles (ELISA, multiplex, or similar platforms) and their application across multiple research areas.
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot, optimize, and validate assay performance.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with sales, marketing, and technical teams.
• Experience with CRM systems (such as Salesforce) preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity for a scientist who enjoys combining technical depth with customer interaction and wants to make an impact across a diverse research community in South West Germany.