Field Application Scientist: Proteomics & Genomics Expert

Fortis Life Sciences; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Success-sharing bonus plan

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Fortis Life Sciences in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a Field Application Scientist to support technical functions related to clinical diagnostics and genomics portfolios. The role includes customer support, training, and presentations while traveling up to 75% within the US.

Ideal candidates will have a life sciences degree, experience in a technical commercial role, and proficiency in genetics applications. Fortis offers a competitive salary and benefits including a success-sharing bonus plan and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years working in a technical commercial role supporting customers.
• 2+ years experience with genetic and proteomic life science applications.
• Proficiency in understanding CLIA requirements for Laboratory Developed Tests.

Responsibilities

• Support the technical business functions in pre-sales and post-sales.
• Conduct presentations and training for customers.
• Document solutions within Salesforce.com for field team use.

Skills

Life sciences

Molecular biology

Biotechnology

PCR

Next-generation sequencing

Bioinformatics

Diagnostics

Antibody-based assays

Flow cytometry

Imaging

Lateral flow assays

ELISA

Education

4-year bachelor's degree in the life sciences

2+ year Masters or PhD

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Fortis Life Sciences in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a Field Application Scientist to support technical functions related to clinical diagnostics and genomics portfolios. The role includes customer support, training, and presentations while traveling up to 75% within the US.

Ideal candidates will have a life sciences degree, experience in a technical commercial role, and proficiency in genetics applications. Fortis offers a competitive salary and benefits including a success-sharing bonus plan and medical insurance.