Field Service Engineer - Biomolecular, Genomics & Cell Analysis Instrumentation

Agilent; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in laboratory technologies is seeking a Field Service Engineer based in Leicester. The role involves assisting clients with biomolecular solutions, providing installation and maintenance, and requires a degree in Life Sciences along with hands-on experience in laboratory settings. This position offers a permanent contract, competitive salary, and benefits including a company car and healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car

Private healthcare

Pension

Stock options

Training programs

Qualifications

• Degree holders in Life Sciences like Molecular Biology or Biotechnology.
• Experience in laboratory settings with automation or cell analysis.
• Possess a valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Provide repair, installation, upgrades, and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with managers and sales teams to meet customer needs.
• Maintain high customer service standards according to company policies.

Skills

Hands-on laboratory experience with automation

Proficiency in English

Excellent communication skills

Customer-oriented

Education

University degree in a Life Sciences field

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Field Service Engineer - Biomolecular, Genomics & Cell Analysis Instrumentation, Leicester

Client: Agilent

Location: Leicester, UK

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b53e7e18509b

Job Views: 12

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Overview

Agilent is a global leader in laboratory and clinical technologies, committed to bringing great science to life through innovation and quality. We support cutting-edge research, diagnostics, and safety testing in water, food, and pharmaceuticals. Join us to help scientists and clinicians make impactful discoveries and improve the world around us. More about Agilent can be found at our website.

Our Customer Support Engineers assist clients by installing, maintaining, and training on our Biomolecular Solutions, including automation, genomics, and cell analysis instruments such as RTCA, imaging, microscopy, microplate readers, flow cytometry, NGS, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and spectroscopy.

Main Responsibilities:

• Respond to customer needs by providing repair, installation, upgrades, and preventive maintenance.
• Schedule services efficiently and communicate proactively with customers.
• Collaborate with managers and sales teams to meet customer expectations.
• Maintain high customer service standards in line with company policies.
• Complete administrative tasks accurately and promptly.
• Provide feedback on performance issues to product specialists and vendors.
• Address service requests and communicate throughout the service process.

This role involves remote work with travel to customer sites in North West England and the Midlands, with a company car provided.

Qualifications:

• University degree in a Life Sciences field (e.g., Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology).
• Hands-on laboratory experience with automation, genomics, or cell analysis solutions.
• Proficiency in English.
• Valid driving license.

Personal qualities include being proactive, outgoing, customer-oriented, autonomous, and team-oriented, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• Permanent contract with an international organization, offering a dynamic environment and growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a company car, bonuses, private healthcare, pension, stock options, and insurance.
• Outstanding company culture and training programs for professional development.

Additional details include full-time schedule, remote work options, and pay ranges based on role, experience, and location. Agilent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Travel required: 100%

Shift: Day

Duration: No end date

Job function: Services & Support