Scientist II, Field Applications qPCR _ (fixed term contract)

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:
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll join a dedicated team providing world-class scientific expertise and support to customers. As a Field Applications Scientist, you'll serve as a trusted technical advisor helping customers optimize their use of our advanced technologies across multiple scientific domains. In this role, you'll deliver exceptional pre-sales and post-sales support through product demonstrations, hands-on training, troubleshooting assistance, and technical consultation. Working closely with sales teams and cross-functional partners, you'll help customers achieve significant discoveries while building long-term relationships that drive business success. This role offers extensive opportunities for professional growth and development within an organization committed to enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Scientific Background:

• Master's or Engineering degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry; or Associate Degree (Bac+2 equivalent) with 4+ years of relevant hands-on laboratory experience
• Additional relevant certifications are a plus

Technical Expertise:

• Hands-on experience with qPCR technologies and applications (dPCR technologies and applications will be a plus)
• Experience in data analysis, experimental design, and method development
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant scientific software

Customer & Communication Skills:

• Clear scientific and technical communication and presentation skills
• Ability to adapt to different customer profiles and needs
• Customer-focused mindset and strong interpersonal skills
• Experience in technical training, customer support, or troubleshooting is a plus; previous Field Application Scientist experience is not required

Collaboration & Organization:

• Comfortable working independently and across teams
• Commercial awareness and understanding of customer needs
• Effective organization, prioritization, and time management
• Adaptability and willingness to learn

Languages & Travel:

• Fluent French and professional proficiency in English, written and spoken
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to travel 50–75%