Field Application Scientist (CA region)

BICO

$83K — $104K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent degree in Life Sciences or related field.
  • Professional experience in a life sciences, biotechnology, or lab environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Willingness to travel over 50% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

  • Install SCIENION instruments and perform Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
  • Provide on-site and remote application support for the sciFLEXARRAYER platform.
  • Troubleshoot technical and application-related issues for optimal instrument performance.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance, repairs, and system upgrades.
  • Deliver customer training on instrument operation and applications.
  • Support the Sales team with technical expertise during evaluations and demonstrations.
  • Maintain accurate service documentation and manage customer communication through the Helpdesk system.

Benefits

  • 401K with company match.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Health Benefits.
  • Investment in professional and personal development.
  • Additional undisclosed benefits.
Full Job Description
About the Role
  • Field-based role covering North America, with travel up to 80% and occasional trips to the EU and Asia.
  • Part of the Service & Support organization, with a clear focus on after-sales customer support.
  • Primary responsibilities include customer training, application support, troubleshooting, and workflow optimization in the field.
  • Commercial awareness is valued, but the core purpose of the role is to strengthen adoption, satisfaction, and long-term customer success.


What You Will Do
  • Deliver customer training, technical presentations, and application guidance to support successful use of SCIENION technologies after installation.
  • Serve as the primary scientific contact for application questions, troubleshooting, workflow optimization, and problem solving in the field.
  • Support customers and internal teams with technical documentation, training materials, and accurate records of support activities.
  • Collaborate closely with service, support, development, and commercial colleagues to relay customer feedback and improve customer experience.


What We Are Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, biotechnology, microfluidics, materials science, analytical chemistry, or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience in areas such as single cell processing, NGS, mass spectrometry, medical diagnostics, or biosensor development is highly desirable.
  • Strong scientific communication and training skills, with the ability to explain complex applications to diverse customer audiences.
  • Independent, proactive, solution-oriented mindset with willingness to travel extensively and support customers across multiple countries.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a customer-facing scientific role such as applications support, field support, technical service, or customer training.
  • Ability to work confidently across biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering topics.
  • Fluent English required; additional languages are an advantage.
  • Commercial awareness and business understanding, while remaining focused on after-sales support and customer success.


What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, international setting.
  • High autonomy and direct impact on customer success, scientific adoption, and service quality.
  • Professional development through exposure to diverse applications, customers, and global markets.


Compensation and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $83,000-$104,000.00. Benefits include 401K with company match, PTO, Health Benefits, Investment in Professional and Personal Development, and much more.

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