Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago
Field Application Specialist (Automation)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a world leader in serving science, dedicated to impactful work and innovative thinking. The Field Application Specialist will support the Lab Automation group by implementing custom automated laboratory projects and optimizing customer workflows for efficiency and high-quality results.
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
Optimize the customer’s workflows for throughput while delivering reliable results
Lead discussions as the domain expert and provide customers with system introduction-level training
Share feedback with internal teams to help drive and implement continuous improvements
Translate customer scientific requirements to develop, implement, and validate automated workflows using our scheduling software integrated with a wide array of diagnostic laboratory instruments
Serve as the technical lead in defining data-handling requirements and configuring systems to interact with the customer’s Lab Information Management System (LIMS) as needed
Teach and optimize robot/mover motion and workflows for efficiency and reliability
Conduct robust testing strategies to ensure customer satisfaction and successfully achieve site acceptance test (SAT) approval
Ensure systems are integrated according to best practices and defined standard operating procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in science (Biology, Chemistry, Computer), Engineering, or related field
5 years of relevant industry experience
3 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
Strong analytical skills to identify and address appropriate solutions to complex requirements
Solid understanding of software and computer communications
Demonstrated ability to lead, influence and collaborate with customers and various team functions
Strong organization, planning and time leadership skills
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
Proficiency with programming languages (C++, Python, or other) is desirable
Familiarity with IQ/OQ validation or GxP requirements is considered an asset
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
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Michel Lagarde
Chief Operating Officer
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