When you join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll be part of an inquisitive, driven team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery! With revenues of more than $24 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.
The Applications Scientist is a hybrid role with up to 25% travel. You will work closely with the Sales team in support of the pre-sales process for global customers out of our Burlington, Ontario site.
Job Description
The Applications Scientist is a multifaceted role that will require flexibility, creativity, and initiative:
* Engage directly with customers and local sales teams to understand scientific applications and technical automation requirements.
* Craft technically accurate automation solutions using the latest Thermo Fisher Scientific collaborative robotic movers, software, and 3rd party instruments.
* Generate efficiency analyses with, and deliver demonstrations of, Momentum scheduling software.
* Contribute to quotations, proposal content, and any other supporting documentation to exceed customers’ requirements and expectations.
* Act as a liaison between the technical groups in the business (Marketing, Operations, Software, Engineering, R&D) and the Global Sales channels.
* Work with our Operations team to facilitate a flawless transition from pre- to post-sale to ensure an outstanding customer experience.
Requirements
The minimum education requirement is a bachelor’s degree in a scientific field. An advanced degree (MSc or PhD) is preferred. Experience in the Pharma or Biotech industry is strongly preferred.
5 years of demonstrated ability in one or more of these research areas, or similar, is required: Laboratory Automation, Synthetic Biology, NGS, CRISPR, Molecular Diagnostics, Cell Culture, Bio-banking, Antibody/T-Cell Screening.
Hands-on Experience With Integrated Automated Systems Is Required. Previous direct customer interaction is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
* Clear communication and presentation skills.
* Ability to establish and manage relationships with colleagues, customers, and vendors.
* A keen understanding of laboratory instrumentation, with hands-on experience.
* Ability to assimilate and apply new skills, knowledge and software proficiencies.
* A continual learner with a solidly proven growth mindset.
* Technical documentation and writing skills.
* Ability to work within a diverse, global team.
* Valid driver’s license and valid passport with ability to undertake global travel, if required
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.
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