Senior Field Application Scientist, Downstream Bioproduction

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Serve as a technical expert in downstream process development .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $113,000 - $150,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in downstream process development and optimization, with strong technical knowledge in chromatography and protein purification. Capable of delivering technical training and support while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive customer success and product development.

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Downstream Process DevelopmentChromatography TechniquesTechnical TrainingCustomer-Facing SupportProject Management

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Hard Skills

Protein PurificationProcess DevelopmentAnalytical TroubleshootingTechnical WritingPresentation Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem-Solving AbilitiesOrganizational SkillsCollaboration Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicensePassport for International Travel

Industry Keywords

GMPGLPBioprocessingResearch and DevelopmentQuality Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a technical expert in downstream process development
Provide comprehensive support across technology platforms
Build relationships with customers, sales teams, and internal partners
Deliver technical training
Optimize applications
Troubleshoot complex issues
Demonstrate technologies through presentations
Support customers' research and development goals and solution adoption from lab to manufacturing-scale bioproduction
Support colleagues and lead strategic projects
Provide customer feedback to R&D teams to contribute to product development
Support technical advancement and business growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience with relevant chromatography / bioprocessing techniques
Preferred fields of study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Materials Science, Engineering, or related scientific field
Technical knowledge in protein purification, chromatography, process development, or related fields
Experience in customer-facing technical support and training
Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences
Problem-solving abilities and analytical troubleshooting expertise
Project management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Presentation and technical writing capabilities
Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial
Ability to travel up to ~50% within assigned territory
Valid driver's license and passport for international travel where required
Experience with downstream method development and optimization
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality systems (GMP, GLP) preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and 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 in accordance with company policy
Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted company stock purchases