Field Application Scientist - Confocal
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$85K - $95K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Field Application Scientist - Confocal
Danaher Corporation
Role Description The primary purpose of the Field Application Scientist - Confocal position is to provide technical pre- and post-sales support for all confocal microscopy products. Support will be provided to Leica’s Life Science Research customers and Confocal Sales Specialists in all facets of their selling activities. The Field Applications Scientist will perform product demonstrations, troubleshooting, and training sessions with end customers and sales reps. This role will also handle demonstration system logistics and confirm correct system functionality as well as perform successful product demonstrations to drive advanced widefield system sales. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: - Provide expert product, application, and software support to customers and sales and perform successful product demonstrations to drive sales results. - Provide technical troubleshooting and conduct trainings for customers and Leica employees and participate and instruct in customer workshops and schedule/run product seminars. - Test and confirm demo system functionality, develop protocols to image customer samples. - Work with customers or other professionals to generate field data and application notes, which highlight product benefits and help differentiate Leica products. - Assist in meeting sales goals for each of the Widefield sales reps in his/her assigned territory and provide positive motivation and support to help sales reps meet their goals. Qualifications - BA/BS in the life sciences or optics field (Masters or PhD preferred). - Minimum 2 years in a research environment, regularly applying microscopy and digital imaging techniques. - High level of computer proficiency with troubleshooting knowledge. - Experience in a customer-facing support role. - Teaching or training experience, providing training and advice on how to use imaging equipment and techniques to solve scientific questions. - Familiarity with biological imaging applications; fluorescence, confocal microscopy, and optics experience highly valued. Requirements - Travel: Up to 40% overnight travel. - Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Benefits - Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. - Eligible for Sales Incentive Compensation (SIP). - Remote work arrangement available for eligible roles.
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