Downstream Field Application Scientist

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Serve as a bioprocessing domain expert for biotechnology and biopharmaceutical customers .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Austria, Switzerland, GermanyMid-LevelSenior💰 €68,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bioprocessing, including downstream workflows, process development, and cGMP manufacturing. Proficient in technical training, customer engagement, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to drive process improvements and successful implementation.

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Bioprocessing ExpertiseDownstream Purification ProcessesCGMP Manufacturing ExperienceProcess Development and OptimizationSalesforce.com Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Process DevelopmentSingle-Use Chromatography SystemsFiltration TechnologiesChromatographyUF/DFCentrifugationProcess Analytical Technology (PAT)Design of Experiments (DoE)Quality by Design (QbD)Data-Driven Methodologies

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsProblem-SolvingInfluencing SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce.comExcelJMPAutomation SystemsProcess Control HMIs

Industry Keywords

BiotechnologyBiopharmaceuticalCGMP PrinciplesFDAEMAAnnex 1ASME-BPE StandardsExtractables/Leachables Risk AssessmentsUser Requirement Specifications (URS)P&IDs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SFDC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a bioprocessing domain expert for biotechnology and biopharmaceutical customers
Support downstream bioprocessing workflows and provide technical leadership throughout the customer journey
Troubleshoot complex process challenges and quality or performance issues
Conduct demonstrations, proof-of-principle studies, pilot runs, and technology qualification
Deliver technical training for customers and internal colleagues
Conduct workflow consulting and GEMBA walks to identify process improvement opportunities
Support Bioprocessing Development Center activities and on-site demonstrations
Develop customer adoption plans and monitor implementation success through measurable milestones
Maintain customer engagement records, opportunity tracking, and technical documentation in Salesforce.com
Collaborate with Account Managers, Product Management, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Field Service teams
Gather and communicate Voice of Customer insights for product roadmap development and best-practice documentation
Represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at conferences, workshops, webinars, and industry events through technical presentations and thought leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS, MS, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent bioprocessing experience
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in bioprocessing, including Process Development, MSAT, or cGMP Manufacturing
Experience with single-use chromatography systems, filtration technologies, and downstream purification processes, including chromatography, UF/DF, and centrifugation
Demonstrated success supporting process development, troubleshooting, scale-up, technology transfer, and manufacturing optimization
Experience working within regulated cGMP manufacturing environments
Deep understanding of downstream bioprocessing workflows, cGMP principles, and global regulatory requirements, including FDA, EMA, and Annex 1
Ability to interpret User Requirement Specifications (URS), P&IDs, batch records, and qualification protocols
Familiarity with automation systems, process control HMIs, and manufacturing operations
Expertise in process design, optimization, and workflow consulting using data-driven methodologies
Knowledge of Process Analytical Technology (PAT), Design of Experiments (DoE), and Quality by Design (QbD) principles (ICH Q8/Q9/Q10)
Understanding of ASME-BPE standards and extractables/leachables risk assessments for single-use systems
Proficiency with Excel and JMP; scripting experience is an advantage
Experience using Salesforce.com (SFDC CRM) for opportunity and activity management
Excellent communication, presentation, problem-solving, and influencing skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary and global teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive plan bonus
Healthcare
Employee benefits
Career and development prospects
Competitive remuneration
Attractive and market-compliant salary
Innovative, forward-thinking company culture