Technical Application Specialist (TAS) - Molecular diagnostics - Benelux

Abbott Laboratories; Hoofddorp; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in the Benelux region seeks an experienced Technical Application Specialist to provide expert technical and application support for molecular diagnostics across Benelux, with occasional support to France. You will collaborate with sales, service organizations and global experts to ensure successful product implementations and customer satisfaction.

You will act as a trusted technical advisor, delivering training, troubleshooting, and ongoing customer success, while

Qualifications

• Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Experience in technical support or applications within molecular diagnostics.
• Strong molecular biology skills including nucleic acid extraction and PCR.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and support customers.
• Experience delivering technical training and product demonstrations.

Responsibilities

• Provide first- and second-level technical and application support to customers.
• Serve as SME for Abbott Molecular Diagnostics assays and systems.
• Investigate technical issues, diagnose root causes, and troubleshoot remotely or on-site.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs for customers and internal teams.
• Support product demonstrations, user groups, and exhibitions.

Skills

Molecular biology

Technical support

Laboratory operations

Training delivery

English

French

Dutch

PCR techniques

Nucleic acid extraction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Tools

MS Office

LIS software

Job description

We are looking for an experiencedTechnical Application Specialist (Benelux)to join our Abbott Molecular Diagnostics team. In this role, you will provide expert technical and application support for Abbott's molecular diagnostic assays, systems, and solutions across the Benelux region, with occasional support provided to customers in France. Acting as a trusted technical advisor to both customers and internal stakeholders, you will support product implementation, troubleshooting, training, and customer success while contributing to the continuous improvement of our products and services. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of molecular diagnostics, collaborating with customers, sales teams, service organizations, and global technical experts in a highly innovative healthcare environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide first- and second-level technical and application support to internal and external customers through phone, email, chat, and on-site visits

• Serve as a subject matter expert for Abbott Molecular Diagnostics assays, applications, and laboratory systems

• Investigate technical issues, diagnose root causes, and deliver effective troubleshooting solutions remotely or at customer sites

• Manage escalated customer cases and coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure timely issue resolution and customer satisfaction

• Develop and deliver technical and application training programs for customers, distributors, and internal teams

• Support product demonstrations, customer evaluations, user group meetings, congresses, and exhibitions

• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams by providing technical expertise during customer interactions, tenders, and commercial activities

• Support new product launches, laboratory implementations, and the adoption of new assays and systems

• Ensure accurate documentation of customer inquiries and complaints in compliance with quality, regulatory, and operational requirements

• Facilitate communication between regional and global technical organizations to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives

• Monitor product performance trends and provide valuable customer feedback to support product enhancements and service excellence

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or a related scientific discipline; equivalent laboratory experience will also be considered

• Experience in technical support, applications, product specialist, laboratory operations, or a related role within the molecular diagnostics, life sciences, or healthcare industry

• Strong understanding of molecular biology techniques, including nucleic acid extraction, PCR, and related diagnostic technologies

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide customer-focused solutions

• Experience delivering technical training, presentations, and product demonstrations to diverse audiences

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and cross-functional teams

• Fluency in English and French is required, along with a good working level of Dutch; additional languages are considered an asset

• Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to work in customer laboratories, remote support environments, and cross-functional project teams

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to quickly learn technical software systems

• A proactive, resilient, and solution-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences

What We Offer

• A dynamic customer-facing role supporting innovative molecular diagnostic technologies

• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge diagnostic assays and systems that make a meaningful impact on patient care

• Collaboration with international teams and exposure to customers, laboratories, and healthcare professionals across multiple markets

• Continuous learning, technical development, and career growth opportunities within a global healthcare leader

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on innovation and customer success

• A competitive compensation and benefits package