Field Application Scientist - Flow Cytometry - 85% Travel
Danaher Corporation
Summary
The Field Applications Scientist is responsible for supporting and expanding our customer base in both research and diagnostic flow cytometry applications. This position reports to the Western North America Field Applications Manager and is part of the Flow Cytometry Field Applications Team. The associate will be located in their territory (including MN, SD, ND, WI, IA); Minneapolis preferred.
Job description
In this role, you will have the opportunity to
- Drive achievement of annual financial targets within the assigned territory in alignment with company strategy
- Promote and demonstrate Beckman Coulter flow cytometry hardware, software, and consumables through effective solution demonstrations
- Provide scientific and technical support for instruments, reagents, and integrated systems throughout the customer lifecycle
- Lead on-time implementation, including on-site customer training and solution deployment
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through responsive support and relationship management
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor's degree in biology or related life science discipline
- Extensive flow cytometry experience (5+ years) in clinical setting including spectral flow cytometry.
- Strong customer-facing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly, build trust with customers, and serve as a knowledgeable, professional point of contact throughout the customer lifecycle.
- Analytical and troubleshooting capabilities, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, collaborate cross-functionally and clearly document issues, root cause analyses, and resolutions.
- Organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to independently manage a travel-heavy schedule, balance multiple customers and projects, adapt to changing priorities and urgent needs, and work effectively in a remote environment.
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
- Up to 85% travel, including overnight, required annually
- Travel requirements include accounts within territory, company training and meetings, and trade shows and conferences.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- MSc or PhD preferred
- Laboratory experience relevant to the subject that the role is supporting
- Has a strong background in immunology and hematology
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in biology or related life science discipline
- Extensive flow cytometry experience (5+ years) in clinical setting including spectral flow cytometry
- Strong customer-facing and relationship-building skills
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly
- Analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
- Collaborate cross-functionally and clearly document issues, root cause analyses, and resolutions
- Organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to independently manage a travel-heavy schedule
- Ability to balance multiple customers and projects
- Adapt to changing priorities and urgent needs
- Work effectively in a remote environment
- Up to 85% travel, including overnight, required annually
- MSc or PhD preferred
- Laboratory experience relevant to the subject that the role is supporting
- Strong background in immunology and hematology
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Bonus/incentive pay
Company overview
Danaher Corporation is a leading global science and technology innovator headquartered in Washington, D.C., specializing in biotechnology, life sciences, and diagnostics. Founded in 1984 by brothers Steven and Mitchell Rales, the company has evolved from its origins as a manufacturing conglomerate into a premier healthcare technology organization with approximately 63,000 employees worldwide. Danaher operates through three core divisions: biotechnology (28% of revenues), which develops products for therapeutic development; life sciences (31% of revenues), focused on disease identification, new therapies, and drug testing/manufacturing; and diagnostics (41% of revenues), providing instruments, consumables, and software for disease diagnosis. The company's portfolio includes renowned brands such as Beckman Coulter, Cytiva, Pall Corporation, Cepheid, Leica Microsystems, and Abcam, serving pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, healthcare providers, and research institutions globally. Danaher is distinguished by its Danaher Business System (DBS), a continuous improvement methodology that drives innovation and operational excellence. With 2024 revenues of $23.9 billion, the company ranks 180th on the Fortune 500 and plays a critical role in advancing scientific research, improving diagnostic capabilities, and accelerating the development of life-saving therapies.