Applications Scientist Microplate Readers Microarray Systems (m/f/d) (Munich)

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The Applications Scientist Microplate Readers is responsible for providing pre- and post-sales support for the Molecular Devices Microplate Readers. This includes hardware, reagents and software and may also involve protocol development & applications support work in the UK and Salzburg laboratories, or onsite at customer facilities.

This position is part of the Field Application Scientists team, involving regular international travel throughout Europe.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide high level support to existing and potential new customers, supporting Account Managers on pre-sales calls to customer facilities to provide technical and applications assistance in response to customer enquiries.

• Perform product demonstrations and support evaluations in the field through remote, on-site visits or in-house evaluations.

• Perform assay workups and testing of customer samples in the UK/Austria laboratories

• Prepare and present seminars to customers and potential new customers.

• Provide in-depth applications training to customers at their facilities.

• Assist in the development of new applications and methodologies with customers and colleagues.

• Provide technical training for account managers, engineers and technical support associates

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Essential – BSc degree, in life science technology with an emphasis in (molecular) biology or biochemistry with relevant postgraduate or industrial experience, or, a PhD. Must be able to demonstrate strong background scientific knowledge

• Minimum of 2 years post graduate work or experience, demonstrable experience in life science technology, pharmaceutical, scientific equipment or similar organisation.

• Evidence of strong skill set supporting customers (internal and external) in a technical or scientific role, ideally with practical experience with microplate readers (especially Molecular Devices products)

• Proficiency in German and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills, is required.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Ability to travel typically 2-3 days per week with overnight stays as required

• Must have a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Working knowledge of SoftMax Pro, MS Office and graphing software is highly desirable

• Previous industrial experience with Molecular Devices products will be a major advantage

• A third language

Molecular Devices, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

At Molecular Devices we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Molecular Devices can provide.

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