Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago
Sr. Field Application Specialist/Automation
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$104K/yr - $138K/yr
8+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a leader in serving science, dedicated to impactful work and innovative thinking. The Sr. Field Application Specialist role involves supporting the Lab Automation group by executing custom automated laboratory projects and collaborating with multi-functional teams to enhance customer workflows.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Collaborate with multi-functional project teams that include the end customer, Application Scientists, Project Managers, Integrators, Designers, and Software Developers to plan and develop ETO solutions
Improve the customer’s workflows while providing dependable results
Lead discussions as the domain guide and provide customers with system introduction-level training
Translate customer scientific requirements to develop, implement, and validate sophisticated large-scale automated workflows using our scheduling software coordinated with a wide array of diagnostic laboratory instruments
Function as the technical lead in specifying data-handling needs and arranging systems to work compatibly with the customer’s Lab Information Management System (LIMS) when necessary
Instruct and improve robot/mover motion and workflows for efficiency and reliability
Conduct robust testing strategies to ensure customer success and achieve site acceptance test (SAT) approval
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in science (Biology, Chemistry, Computer), Engineering, or related field
8 years minimum experience in science, software or lab automation
5 years in a role directly collaborating with customers in a professional environment
High proficiency in software problem-solving techniques and ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical devices
Proficiency with programming languages (C++, Python, or other)
Valid Passport
Ability to travel 75% of the time internationally without restrictions
Preferred
Experience in Pharma or Biotech industries working with laboratory instrumentation considered an asset
Familiarity with IQ/OQ validation or GxP requirements is preferred
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Marc Casper
CEO
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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