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Technical Application Scientist II, Molecular Biology

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Technical Application Scientist II, Molecular Biology

Carlsbad, CA

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that positively impacts a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life daily 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 saf,e or helping find cures for cancer.

Discover Impactful Work:

The Technical Applications Scientist is responsible for providing remote pre- and post-sales technical support of products to customers and field personnel and relaying customer feedback to the organization. The role is office-based and requires on-site presence four days per week.

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A Day in the Life:

  • Answer customer technical inquiries, which may be received via telephone or email, to support molecular biology product lines and services.
  • Provide customer support on technical issues by applying all available resources and addressing advanced issues or problems when warranted.
  • Remaining at the forefront of scientific knowledge, participants must regularly receive product training and continue education on new applications and technologies.
  • Accurately record pertinent information from customer contacts in the Customer Relationship Management system.
  • Summarize trends and technology as technical tips, FAQ's and troubleshooting guides.
  • Recommend changes to knowledge databases, websites, and other company-managed databases of technical information.
  • Present technical updates to colleagues and contribute to department meetings.
  • Participate in additional special team or individual projects.
  • May perform other job-related duties as opportunities arise.

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree required; Masters degree preferred.
  • 3+ years of laboratory experience in molecular biology techniques is required, with experience in cloning, nucleic acid applications, and end-point PCR being most applicable.
  • Prior experience in customer service is preferred.
  • Experience in an applied science area (i.e. food and animal health, clinical research, diagnostics, etc)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Technical writing capabilities and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven track record to quickly learn large amounts of new, complex technical information
  • Proven ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, to customers and colleagues
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, in a fast-paced environment
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Digital literacy, including spreadsheet, database, word processing and Internet applications

This position does not offer relocation benefits.

Benefits:

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $66,000.00-$99,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  • Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Client-provided location(s): Carlsbad, CA, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01296752
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program