Field Application Scientist – Flow Cytometry

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Serve as a scientific and technical expert for customers evaluating, implementing, and using Thermo Fisher Scientific flow cytometry technologies and solutions .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $66,000 - $99,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in flow cytometry technologies, including multicolor and multiparameter analysis, assay development, and data interpretation. Capable of delivering scientific training and support while effectively communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences.

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Flow Cytometry ExpertiseExperimental DesignData Analysis SoftwareCustomer Training DeliveryTroubleshooting Complex Issues

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Hard Skills

Flow CytometryAssay DevelopmentData InterpretationPanel DesignGating StrategiesFluorophore SelectionSample PreparationQuantitative AnalysisCell ViabilityImmunophenotyping

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsTroubleshooting Skills

Tools & Technologies

Thermo Fisher Scientific InstrumentsFlow Cytometry Data Analysis Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Life ScienceValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

ImmunologyOncologyCell TherapyDrug DiscoveryTranslational Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a scientific and technical expert for customers evaluating, implementing, and using Thermo Fisher Scientific flow cytometry technologies and solutions
Deliver scientific application support before and after instrument sales
Design and deliver customer training through onsite visits, virtual meetings, workshops, webinars, demonstrations, and scientific presentations
Consult with customers on experimental design, assay development, panel design, workflow optimization, controls, and data interpretation
Troubleshoot complex scientific, application, and workflow-related flow cytometry issues
Advise customers on maximizing the value and performance of flow cytometry instruments and workflows
Collaborate with Technical Support and Service teams to resolve customer issues
Provide guidance on multicolor and multiparameter flow cytometry, immunophenotyping, cell viability, apoptosis, proliferation, cell-cycle analysis, staining, fluorophore and antibody selection, compensation, controls, sample preparation, instrument setup, data acquisition, gating, quantitative analysis, assay development, and troubleshooting
Partner with Account Managers, Sales Specialists, and Business Development teams on product evaluations, demonstrations, customer presentations, and scientific discussions
Support prospective customers in evaluating flow cytometry solutions and contribute to product adoption
Build relationships with Key Opinion Leaders, core facilities, and scientific collaborators
Represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at conferences, workshops, seminars, and customer events
Present scientific seminars and stay current on emerging flow cytometry, cell analysis, immunology, and related research advances
Communicate customer feedback, application insights, competitive intelligence, and market trends to Product Management, R&D, Marketing, and Commercial Leadership
Support new product launches and deliver technical and applications training to internal commercial teams
Collaborate cross-functionally to improve customer experience, product adoption, and scientific support strategies
Manage a geographically dispersed Southern California territory and approximately 75% travel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related life science discipline
2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience with flow cytometry, including designing, performing, optimizing, and troubleshooting experiments
Experience with multicolor flow cytometry, including fluorophore selection, panel design, compensation, controls, sample preparation, antibody staining, and data acquisition
Experience analyzing and interpreting flow cytometry data, including gating strategies and use of data analysis software
Strong understanding of experimental design, quantitative assay development, and appropriate experimental controls
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
Ability to work independently from a remote home office
Ability to travel approximately 50%
Valid driver's license
Preferred: PhD in a related scientific discipline
Preferred: Experience working in a flow cytometry core facility or shared instrumentation laboratory
Preferred: Advanced experience with multicolor or high-parameter flow cytometry
Preferred: Experience developing and optimizing complex flow cytometry panels
Preferred: Experience with flow cytometry data analysis software
Preferred: Experience with cell sorting and/or advanced cell analysis workflows
Preferred: Experience supporting immunology, oncology, cell therapy, drug discovery, or translational research applications
Preferred: Hands-on experience with Thermo Fisher Scientific flow cytometry instruments, reagents, software, or comparable technologies
Preferred: Experience delivering scientific presentations, workshops, instrument demonstrations, or customer training
Preferred: Experience in a customer-facing scientific role such as Field Application Scientist, Applications Specialist, Technical Support Scientist, or Core Facility Scientist

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results
Choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs
Commuter benefits
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
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company stock available at a discount
Fully remote work arrangement
Remote home office work with travel support