Applications Specialist

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a Field Applications Scientist to provide technical support and training for our analytical and scientific solutions. In this role, you'll collaborate with sales teams and customers to deliver demonstrations, applications support, and training that enables research and innovation. You'll serve as a scientific advisor, helping customers optimize their workflows and maximize the value of their investments while contributing to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Working across multiple technology platforms, you'll provide comprehensive pre- and post-sales technical expertise, conduct product demonstrations, develop new applications, troubleshoot complex issues, and build relationships with customers. Your role will involve working with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, R&D, and product management to ensure customer success and drive business growth through technical excellence.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience with relevant analytical instrumentation and applications
• Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Molecular Biology, or related discipline
• Experience with Thermo Fisher instrumentation: chromatography and/or mass spectrometry is highly preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in technical problem-solving and method development
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Strong presentation and training capabilities for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a results-oriented environment
• Experience in project management and ability to handle multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel up to ~50% (across New Zealand and other regions as asked)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant scientific software
• Customer service orientation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams and external customers
• Valid driver's license and passport required for travel
• Ability to work in direct and matrix organisations
• Eagerness to learn and embrace new challenges
• Adhere to OHS policies and procedures and ensure a safe and healthy workplace environment

Benefits

Join our team and take advantage of these great benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.

• Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.

• Flexibility: Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.

• Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.

• Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.

• Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.

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