ICP-MS Pre-Sales Application Scientist
Agilent Technologies
Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, people-oriented Atomic Spectroscopy Application Scientist with a strong focus on advanced materials, environmental, semiconductor, food or life science methodologies using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) and triple quadrupole ICP-MS (ICP-QQQ). In this position, you will be on a team of application scientists supporting Agilent's North American Life Science and Applied Markets' Atomic Spectroscopy Business. This position will travel throughout the US to support our clients. The ideal candidate will reside near the Agilent Center of Excellence office located in Wood Dale, IL (Chicago, IL area).
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Providing pre-sales technical and application support for sales team members in competitive sales situations.
- Perform sample analyses and demonstrations for prospective customers using Agilent's ICP-MS and ICP-QQQ Systems.
- Preparing and presenting technical information at professional seminars to potential customers.
- Providing phone and on-site post-sales technical and applications support to Agilent's ICP-MS user base.
- Presenting the latest advancements in Atomic Spectroscopy at conferences, symposiums, and e-seminars
- Working with Agilent's Atomic Spectroscopy Product Specialists and Account Managers to develop technical sales strategies.
- Contributing to developing new publications (Application Notes and peer-reviewed manuscripts) highlighting Agilent's ICP-MS and ICP-QQQ platforms.
- Providing reports on activities and technical trends observed in the field regularly to Product and Field Marketing.
- Promoting Agilent's ICP-MS platforms and aiding in the training of the sales force
- Providing pre- and post-sales support for systems in 21CFR-compliant environments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree
- 3+ years' experience operating an ICP-MS or ICP-QQQ
- Familiarity with major applications for ICP-MS, including Environmental, Specialty Chemicals, Semiconductor, Advanced Materials, Food, and Life Sciences (elemental speciation knowledge a plus).
- Hands-on experience performing metals analyses at ultra-trace levels.
- Experience with ICP-MS analysis following EPA, FDA, USP, ASTM, or AOAC methodologies.
- Familiarity with Atomic Absorption (AA), MP-AES, and ICP-OES are desirable.
- Strong computer skills and excellent technical written and oral presentation skills are essential.
- Must be a good team player and be able to work collaboratively on projects and sales opportunities.
- Strong project management experience and skills, able to meet deadlines while handling several different projects simultaneously.
- Available for flexible work schedules and up to 50% business travel throughout the US.
Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree
- 3+ years' experience operating an ICP-MS or ICP-QQQ
- Familiarity with major applications for ICP-MS, including Environmental, Specialty Chemicals, Semiconductor, Advanced Materials, Food, and Life Sciences
- Hands-on experience performing metals analyses at ultra-trace levels
- Experience with ICP-MS analysis following EPA, FDA, USP, ASTM, or AOAC methodologies
- Strong computer skills and excellent technical written and oral presentation skills
- Must be a good team player and able to work collaboratively
- Strong project management experience and skills
- Available for flexible work schedules and up to 50% business travel throughout the US
Benefits
- Bonus
- Stock
- Health Insurance
- Personal vehicle usage reimbursement
Company overview
Agilent Technologies is a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets, delivering innovative solutions that advance scientific discovery and improve quality of life. Founded in 1999 as a spin-off from Hewlett-Packard, the company has grown into a major player in analytical instrumentation and laboratory services. With approximately 18,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues exceeding $6.5 billion, Agilent provides a comprehensive portfolio of instruments, software, services, and consumables that serve laboratories across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, environmental, food safety, and academic research sectors. The company's product offerings span chromatography systems, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy, cell analysis platforms, molecular diagnostics, and laboratory informatics solutions. Agilent's expertise extends beyond hardware to include comprehensive laboratory management services through its CrossLab division, which helps customers optimize laboratory operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and maximize research productivity. The company's commitment to innovation and customer support has made it a trusted partner for scientists and researchers worldwide who rely on Agilent's technologies to address complex analytical challenges and drive scientific breakthroughs.