Field Application Scientist- Biophyscial Instruments

We’re partnering with an innovative life sciences tools company developing a next-generation in-solution molecule detection platform. Their technology enables researchers in academia and pharma to study molecular interactions with unmatched precision and sensitivity — without the artefacts of surface immobilisation.

As part of their continued global expansion, they’re seeking a Field Application Scientist (FAS) to lead scientific engagement, technical deployment, and customer success across their growing user base.

This role combines hands-on expertise in single-molecule fluorescence methods (e.g. FRET, FCS, FCCS) with strong communication and customer interaction skills. You’ll play a central role in ensuring customers achieve robust, reproducible results while feeding insights back into product and application development.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Demonstrations & Pre-Sales Support

• Partner with Sales and Product teams to qualify customer applications and align expectations.

• Plan and execute live or remote instrument demonstrations showcasing FRET, FCS, and FCCS workflows.

• Design and run experiments that highlight the system’s sensitivity and precision.

• Analyse and present data to illustrate scientific and performance advantages.

2. Installation & Onboarding

• Lead on-site system installation, qualification, and user training.

• Perform calibration and initial assay setup to ensure optimal performance.

• Deliver structured onboarding programs covering experimental design, data acquisition, and analysis.

• Document installation and training activities according to quality processes.

3. Application Development & Technical Support

• Support users in developing and optimising single-molecule assays within their research contexts.

• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and experimental challenges both on-site and remotely.

• Capture field insights and user feedback to drive product improvements.

4. Scientific Expertise & Knowledge Sharing

• Act as a technical authority on FRET, FCS, and FCCS.

• Contribute to application notes, training materials, and technical publications.

• Represent the company at scientific conferences and workshops.

5. Internal Collaboration

• Liaise with R&D, Product Management, and Assay Development teams to channel customer feedback into new features and refinements.

• Support in-field validation of new product releases.

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Essential Experience

• PhD in Biophysics, Physical Chemistry, or a related field.

• Hands-on expertise in single-molecule fluorescence methods (FRET, FCS, FCCS).

• Proven ability to install, operate, and maintain complex optical or biophysical instrumentation.

• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and assay domains.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

• Experience in a customer-facing scientific or technical support role.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approx. 40–50%).

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Desirable Experience

• Experience conducting instrument demos or managing customer evaluations.

• Familiarity with fluorescence spectroscopy systems (confocal, multiparameter, or related).

• Working knowledge of data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, or FCS/FRET-specific software).

• Understanding of pharma assay validation workflows.

• Experience using CRM or service documentation systems.

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The Opportunity

• Join a high-impact company pioneering molecular analysis technologies.

• Play a key customer-facing role bridging advanced biophysics and practical application.

• Engage with leading academic and pharmaceutical research groups.

• Competitive salary, share options, 4% employer pension, and 26 days annual leave.