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Zymo Research Corp · 2 months ago

Field Application Scientist

Tustin, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $115K/yr

Zymo Research Corp is seeking a dynamic individual to join their team as a Field Application Scientist. This hybrid role combines laboratory-based applications development with direct customer engagement, focusing on delivering solutions through experimentation and automation while serving as a technical advisor to customers and internal teams.

Biotechnology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory experiments in support of customer applications and market-driven needs

Translate results into application notes, validated protocols, FAQs, and technical resources

Automate workflows for Zymo magnetic bead kits to streamline adoption and reproducibility

Design and execute experiments to validate workflows and generate technical collateral

Collaborate with R&D, product management, and marketing to improve products and identify new opportunities

Contribute to product launch activities by generating data, training materials, and field-deployable resources

Provide expert input for technical documentation, white papers, and presentations

Develop, optimize, and script automation methods for customer platforms

Support automation customers with troubleshooting, implementation, and scripting of their workflows

Serve as a Field Application Scientist for automation customers, including on-site visits and remote support

Provide customer training and demonstrations, ensuring seamless adoption of automation solutions

Provide on-site and virtual technical support for evaluations, demonstrations, and troubleshooting

Train customers, distributors, and channel partners on the use of Zymo technologies, tailoring delivery to scientific audiences

Co-travel with distribution partners to support sales efforts, joint customer visits, and technical credibility

Serve as a scientist-to-scientist liaison, understanding workflows and providing consultative solutions

Deliver technical talks and presentations at customer sites, conferences, and workshops to promote Zymo tools

Train internal teams (sales, business development, support, distribution) on applications, workflows, value propositions, and competitive positioning

Develop training resources, presentations, and global reference materials for consistent enablement

Mentor junior team members or field specialists in customer engagement and technical best practices

Partner with Business Development and Sales to qualify opportunities, build customer confidence, and help close deals

Serve the commercial organization by providing experiments, application notes, and marketing data to advance opportunities

Act as the technical voice of the customer, capturing and reporting VOC for product improvements and new opportunities

Support distribution and channel partners with joint business planning, training programs, and account strategy

Represent Zymo at conferences, workshops, and customer events by presenting scientific data and showcasing applications

Qualification

Molecular biologyNucleic acid extractionPCR/qPCRNGS workflowsLaboratory automationScripting/programmingTechnical supportCustomer trainingPresentation skillsCommunication skills

Required

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or related field; BS with significant laboratory and industry experience considered

Hands-on expertise in nucleic acid extraction, PCR/qPCR, NGS workflows, or related life science techniques

Proficiency with laboratory automation platforms and scripting/programming for method development

Strong presentation, communication, and training skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

Proven ability to troubleshoot workflows and develop application-driven solutions

Willingness to travel up to 40–50% (domestic and international)

Preferred

Customer-facing experience in field applications, technical support, or sales overlay strongly preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Coverages

EAP Sessions

Vacation Time plus Company Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Generous 401(K) with matching

Employee Referral Bonus

Complimentary fruit, snacks, and beverages

Complimentary catered lunches on Thursdays

Complimentary EV Charging

Company

Zymo Research Corp

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Since its inception in 1994, Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative, reliable, and high quality research tools at affordable prices.

Founded in 1994

Irvine, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.zymoresearch.com

H1B Sponsorship

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