Senior Field Applications Scientist | Element Biosciences | Remote (United States)
Posted 2025-09-08
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">At Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to develop high performing products to study genomics with unprecedented flexibility and quality that enable researchers to better understand biology for the improvement of global health. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We are seeking an experienced <strong class=" font-semibold">Senior</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">Field Applications Scientist</strong> who will play a pivotal role supporting our growing customer base in the Bay Area. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about seeing customer success and winning for the company. We are looking for candidates with a solid background in NGS sample and library prep workflows. The hired candidate will need to be physically located in the territory and be willing to travel frequently to customer sites. This role will report to the Associate Director, Field Applications, and will be a remote role.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Essential Functions and Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Frequently traveling to the customer site is required</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Troubleshooting issues related to user’s technical skills, biochemistry/assay design, experimental design, software, and instruments</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Supporting commercial team and customers in their technical applications and providing product training</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Displaying professionalism, understanding, tact, fairness, and technical knowledge in all customer interactions</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Providing strategic and competitive feedback to marketing and product development teams, and independently leads or manages beta tests at customer sites</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Working independently on significant and unique issues requiring collaboration with key decision-makers and senior managers across the organization which may impact future products, concepts, and technologies</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Assisting sales and marketing on pre and post strategic sales activities requiring both technical depth and market knowledge</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Delivering customer training and workshops, both in-person and remote</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Utilizing service CRM software to accurately identify and document customer opportunities</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Collaborating with internal partners to resolve customer issues and improve processes</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Education and Experience:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Bachelors degree with 10+ years, Masters degree with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years in NGS library construction (a combination of experience and education may be considered)</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience with NGS sequencing instrument and sequencing run set up along with NGS sample and library prep workflows is preferred</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Must be highly motivated and have strong problem-solving ability</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Excellent communication and strong relationship building skills</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Highly collaborative and adaptable; able to work well within multidisciplinary teams</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Skilled in nucleic acids and protein analytical methods</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Generate high quality and reproducible wet-lab data from established protocols</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">High degree of comfort navigating technical project discussions</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Must be able to work independently and as a team player</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Demonstrated account management skills</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Physical Requirements:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Frequently moves boxes weighing up to 20 pounds</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Location:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Remote – Bay Area</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Travel:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Domestic travel up to 80%</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Job Type:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Full-time/Exempt</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Base Compensation Pay Range:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">$118,000 – $144,000</p>
<p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><em>In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options, sales commission, no cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off.</em></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><em>Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.</em></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We are seeking an experienced <strong class=" font-semibold">Senior</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">Field Applications Scientist</strong> who will play a pivotal role supporting our growing customer base in the Bay Area. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about seeing customer success and winning for the company. We are looking for candidates with a solid background in NGS sample and library prep workflows. The hired candidate will need to be physically located in the territory and be willing to travel frequently to customer sites. This role will report to the Associate Director, Field Applications, and will be a remote role.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Essential Functions and Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Frequently traveling to the customer site is required</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Troubleshooting issues related to user’s technical skills, biochemistry/assay design, experimental design, software, and instruments</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Supporting commercial team and customers in their technical applications and providing product training</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Displaying professionalism, understanding, tact, fairness, and technical knowledge in all customer interactions</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Providing strategic and competitive feedback to marketing and product development teams, and independently leads or manages beta tests at customer sites</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Working independently on significant and unique issues requiring collaboration with key decision-makers and senior managers across the organization which may impact future products, concepts, and technologies</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Assisting sales and marketing on pre and post strategic sales activities requiring both technical depth and market knowledge</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Delivering customer training and workshops, both in-person and remote</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Utilizing service CRM software to accurately identify and document customer opportunities</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Collaborating with internal partners to resolve customer issues and improve processes</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Education and Experience:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Bachelors degree with 10+ years, Masters degree with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years in NGS library construction (a combination of experience and education may be considered)</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience with NGS sequencing instrument and sequencing run set up along with NGS sample and library prep workflows is preferred</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Must be highly motivated and have strong problem-solving ability</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Excellent communication and strong relationship building skills</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Highly collaborative and adaptable; able to work well within multidisciplinary teams</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Skilled in nucleic acids and protein analytical methods</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Generate high quality and reproducible wet-lab data from established protocols</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">High degree of comfort navigating technical project discussions</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Must be able to work independently and as a team player</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Demonstrated account management skills</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Physical Requirements:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Frequently moves boxes weighing up to 20 pounds</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Location:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Remote – Bay Area</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Travel:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Domestic travel up to 80%</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Job Type:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Full-time/Exempt</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Base Compensation Pay Range:</strong></p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">$118,000 – $144,000</p>
<p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><em>In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options, sales commission, no cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off.</em></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><em>Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.</em></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.</p>