Field Application Scientist – Downstream Bioprocessing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Act as a bioprocessing domain authority for clients in the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical sectors.

• Facilitate the adoption of technology, process development, and optimization throughout downstream workflows.

• Provide technical leadership and process insights at all stages: before, during, and after the sale.

• Assist in process development, optimization, scale-up, and the integration of technology across purification, filtration, and single-use workflows.

• Lead technical activities before and after sales, including product evaluations, proof-of-concept studies, technology qualification, and implementation in regulated settings.

• Present technical information regarding POROS™ and CaptureSelect™ products, addressing challenges in downstream purification.

• Collaborate with Quality, Field Service, and Technical Support to resolve product quality and performance issues.

• Provide technical training to both internal teams and external audiences.

• Conduct workflow consultations and GEMBA walks at customer facilities.

• Support Bioprocessing Development Center initiatives, customer trials, and on-site demonstrations.

• Create and implement customer technology adoption plans with clear, measurable milestones.

• Document customer interactions and technical activities using Salesforce.

• Work closely with Account Managers, Field Service Engineers, Technical Support, Product Management, R&D, and Quality/Regulatory teams.

• Gather and communicate Voice of Customer insights to inform product roadmaps and technical content.

• Represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at conferences, workshops, webinars, and customer events.

• Travel up to 50% within Germany and, depending on home location, Austria.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a related scientific or engineering field, or equivalent relevant experience in bioprocessing.

• Over 5 years of hands-on experience in bioprocessing, preferably in Process Development, with a strong focus on downstream processing.

• Demonstrated expertise in downstream purification technologies, including chromatography, UF/DF, centrifugation, and related unit operations.

• Proven history of technical engagement, process troubleshooting, and problem-solving within Process Development and/or biomanufacturing environments.

• Experience in supporting process scale-up, technology transfer, and process optimization from development through pilot and manufacturing stages.

• Practical knowledge of commonly used chromatography systems/skids at laboratory, pilot, and manufacturing levels.

• Ability to operate chromatography systems and analyze data using standard chromatography software.

• Hands-on experience with column packing at small, pilot, and/or manufacturing scales.

• Comprehensive understanding of bioprocessing and downstream purification workflows.

• Strong skills in process design, optimization, troubleshooting, and workflow consulting, employing data-driven methodologies.

• Familiarity with Process Analytical Technology (PAT), Design of Experiments (DoE), and Quality by Design (QbD) principles, including relevant ICH Q8, Q9, and Q10 concepts.

• Knowledge of analytical methods such as HPLC, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, and spectroscopy, along with the ability to interpret and communicate analytical results.

• Proficient in Excel and JMP; familiarity with scripting or additional analytical tools is a plus.

• Excellent technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving and influencing abilities, thriving in cross-functional and matrixed environments.

• Experience using Salesforce.com (SFDC CRM) for customer engagement and tracking opportunities and activities.

• Proficient in both German and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.

• Located in Germany or Austria, preferably in the Frankfurt area or northern Germany, with easy access to a major airport or transportation hub.

• Willing and able to travel up to 50% within the assigned territory.

• Possess a valid driver’s license and passport, with the ability to travel as needed within the territory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual incentive plan bonus.

• Healthcare coverage.

• Employee benefits package.

• Opportunities for career advancement and development.

• Innovative and forward-thinking company culture.

• Dynamic company environment centered around integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.