Field Application Scientist

3Brain AG; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Growth opportunities

Baltimore, Maryland location

Job summary

3Brain AG is expanding its US presence and seeks a Field Application Scientist to join the new Baltimore facility. You will deliver scientific and technical support across the US, manage the Baltimore biology lab for demonstrations and hands-on training.

Join a dynamic team at the intersection of science and technology, collaborating with academic and industry labs. Travel up to 30% within the US and occasional international travel are required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Neurobiology, Biomedical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on neuronal cell culture experience with primary neurons and iPSC models.
• Experience with animal dissection and tissue processing for cell culture.
• 2+ years with human and non-human stem cells; electrophysiology familiarity.
• Strong data analysis skills and Windows software proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proactive problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep knowledge of products to guide researchers and staff.
• Stay current with literature and developments in the field.
• Provide remote and on-site technical support, including training and design support.
• Diagnose and resolve issues and ensure customer success.
• Travel up to 30% within the US; occasional international travel.
• Manage the Baltimore applications laboratory for demonstrations and training.
• Organize workshops and live demos to support sales training.
• Oversee lab operations, maintenance, and inventory replenishment.
• Design experiments on 3Brain platforms and analyze data.
• Support sales with product demonstrations and technical presentations.
• Represent 3Brain at events and conferences.

Skills

Neuronal cultures

Electrophysiology

Statistical analysis

Scientific communication

Problem solving

Windows computing

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

MEA systems

Organoid culture

Job description

3Brain AG is a Swiss deep tech company working on cell-electronic interfaces that link biological networks to computers via custom-made semiconductor microchips. Our mission is to empower life scientists to probe intelligent networks, accelerate biomedical discoveries for the benefit of patients, and create a future more exciting than the present. Our interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers are constantly pushing the boundaries of engineering for life’s complexities. We are ambitious, fast-growing and love to explore. The company is headquartered in Switzerland nearby Zurich, has subsidiaries in Italy and the US, and has installed its cutting-edge products in laboratories and pharma companies worldwide.

Tasks

As part of its expansion into the United States, 3Brain is seeking a full-time Field Application Scientist to join our new facility in Baltimore, MD.

This role will be responsible for delivering scientific and technical support to customers across the US, while also managing the operation of a biological laboratory for product demonstrations and hands‑on training.

Working at the intersection of science, technology, and commercial activities, the Field Application Scientist will collaborate closely with academic and industry laboratories, playing a key role in establishing and expanding 3Brain’s presence in the US market.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of 3Brain’s products, applications, and workflows to provide expert scientific guidance to researchers and technical staff
• Stay current with relevant scientific literature, including developments related to 3Brain, competing technologies, and the broader field
• Deliver remote and on-site technical support and scientific consulting, including system installation, user training, troubleshooting, and experimental design support
• Diagnose and resolve technical and application issues, implementing corrective actions and following through to ensure customer success
• Proactively engage with customers to gather feedback, monitor satisfaction, and drive adoption of 3Brain solutions
• Travel up to 30%, primarily within the United States, with occasional international travel
• Manage the 3Brain applications laboratory in Baltimore to support demonstrations and customer training. Key tasks:
• Ensure the availability and quality of biological samples (e.g., 2D cultures, spheroids, organoids, ex vivo preparations) derived from animal or human models
• Organise and lead workshops and live demonstrations to support sales and customer training initiatives
• Oversee laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and general upkeep
• Manage inventory and ensure timely replenishment of consumables
• Design and execute experiments using a variety of biological models (e.g., brain slices, primary cultures, spheroids, organoids) on 3Brain platforms
• Analyse experimental data, perform statistical analysis, and prepare clear and concise reports
• Support the sales team through product demonstrations, technical presentations, and participation in customer discussions
• Represent 3Brain at customer sites, workshops, roadshows, and scientific conferences, both independently and in collaboration with commercial teams
• Contribute to the development of scientific content, including application notes, posters, publications, and other technical materials

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Neurobiology, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with neuronal cell cultures, including primary neurons and human iPSC‑derived neuronal models
• Experience in animal dissection (e.g., mouse, rat), including embryonic and postnatal tissue processing for primary cell culture preparation (e.g., neurons, cardiomyocytes)
• 2+ years of experience working with human and non‑human stem cells, including culture maintenance and differentiation workflows
• Strong background in electrophysiology and familiarity with techniques and instrumentation commonly used in in vitro neurobiology
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis methods and tools for biological data interpretation
• Proficiency in a Windows‑based computing environment and standard scientific software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Highly motivated, self‑directed, and solutions‑oriented, with strong problem‑solving skills

Additional Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with multi electrode array (MEA) technologies, including experimental design, data acquisition, and analysis
• 2+ years of experience in the culture and maintenance of human brain organoids
• Prior experience leading laboratory activities, including coordinating experiments, managing workflows, and supporting team operations

Benefits

• A dynamic and stimulating work environment driven by a desire to build transformational technologies to help others
• A young, fast‑growing company with plenty of opportunities for personal growth and development
• Workplace: Baltimore, Maryland