Field Application Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life science company seeks a Field Application Scientist to enhance their single-cell genomics portfolio in the UK and Europe. This role combines technical support with a focus on customer collaboration, requiring a strong background in genomics and a commitment to scientific advancement. The ideal candidate will engage in extensive travel, offer training, and support customers while working closely with sales and product teams.

Benefits

Company car

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Life Sciences required.
• Experience in customer-facing roles is essential.
• Strong background in genomics and extensive travel willingness.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-sales support for single-cell genomics applications.
• Partner with teams to ensure customer success.
• Deliver training seminars and assist with data analysis.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Genomics

Education

PhD in Life Sciences

MSc in Life Sciences

Job description

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Field Application Scientist – Single-Cell Genomics | EMEA

Invenia is working with a leading life science company is hiring a Field Application Scientist (FAS) to support their growing single-cell genomics portfolio across the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. This customer-facing role involves approximately 70% travel, with preference for UK-based candidates due to customer concentration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide pre- and post-sales support and training on single-cell genomics workflows and applications.
• Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to support customer success.
• Offer data analysis assistance, troubleshooting, and experimental guidance.
• Deliver seminars and technical training to varied audiences.
• Perform light commercial tasks such as CRM updates, quotes, and order coordination.

Candidate Profile:

• PhD or MSc in Life Sciences with industry or customer-facing experience
• Strong background in genomics; single-cell experience desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and a problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to travel extensively within EMEA (up to 70%).
• 20% commission
• Company car and comprehensive benefits package

This is a non-sales, technically focused position ideal for someone who enjoys scientific collaboration and supporting cutting-edge genomics solutions across Europe.