COMPANY OVERVIEW

Nexcelom from PerkinElmer focuses on image cytometry products for cell analysis in life science and biomedical research. Products range from cell viability counters (Cellometer & Cellaca) to high throughput microwell image cytometry workstations (Celigo), used in thousands of research laboratories in academic institutes and biotech companies. The company contributes to the life science industry through innovation and expertise in the science of cell counting.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Seeking well-trained scientist who is technically strong, to collaborate with and support sales representatives, give demonstrations and technology seminars, install instruments, and provide in-field technical support and customer service. Must be willing to roll up sleeves to help customers set up experiments and have the drive and ability to network and make connections to identify prospects and propagate Nexcelom technology and products.

The territory is the Southeastern US, covering NC, SC, GA, FL, AL, MS, & TN. This Field Application Scientist will be responsible for supporting the Nexcelom product lines, which include Cellometer, Cellaca, & Celigo.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct product demonstrations at customer sites and remotely.
• Perform instrument installation and train customers remotely and at customer sites.
• Present Nexcelom technology and applications in various scientific seminars and conferences.
• Collaborates with sales rep for local prospecting activities.
• Collaborate with sales reps and customers to resolve product issues.
• Participate in national and regional trade show activities.
• Collect feedback from the field and documents info to improve Nexcelom products.
• Generate technical demonstration reports as well as customer interaction memos.
• Keep good record of technical report and customer interaction information.
• Attend company-organized internal and external technical training, sales skill training, and career development training.
• The list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be substituted, assigned, or reassigned by the FAS Manager.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate degree in biology or life sciences discipline.
• Four years of lab experience with cell biology, cell culture, and cell-based assay development.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Exceptional problem solver.
• Research experience in cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field.
• Three or more years experience as a field application scientist or in a customer-facing role.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, and be able to express information in a clear and organized manner relevant to the intended audience.
• Expertise in fluorescent chemistry, protein chemistry, as well as hand-on experience with fluorescence microscopy and flow-cytometry technology.
• Computer software experience of image and data analysis, and experimental results interpretation, with the aptitude to learn new software tools and retain technical information.
• Working experience in biological labs, biological material, and their safety protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, and the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and team-oriented, with a results-driven approach to achieving goals.
• Ability and willingness to travel overnight.

TERRITORY COVERED

• This listing is for a Field Application Scientist to cover the Southeastern United States.
• The candidate would ideally be based in a large city in the Southeast.
• Travel to other states as needed for business development and team-building activities.
• Travel is approximately 70%.
• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license with a good driving record.