Sr. Field Application Scientist, Downstream Processing (MA)
$103,500–$154,100 year
RemoteMassachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Lead bioprocessing domain expertise by serving as a trusted advisor to biotech and biopharma customers, guiding process design, optimization, and technology integration across downstream workflows. Conduct peer-to-peer technical engagements, including pre- and post-sales activities like product evaluations, proof-of-principle studies, and demonstrations in regulated environments. Provide comprehensive troubleshooting for quality and performance issues, deliver training to internal and external audiences, and perform GEMBA walks to identify process improvements. Develop adoption plans with measurable achievements, document all activities in CRM, and collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Field Service, and R&D. Represent Thermo Fisher at industry events to deliver thought leadership and gather Voice of Customer feedback to inform product roadmaps.
Required Qualifications
- Residency in MA
- Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a related discipline
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in bioprocessing (Process Development, MSAT, or cGMP Manufacturing)
- Proficiency in at least one of the following: Single-use chromatography systems, and filtration
- Proven record of technical engagement and process troubleshooting in Process Development and cGMP environments
- Experience supporting scale-up, tech transfer, and process optimization projects from development to manufacturing
- Deep understanding of bioprocessing workflows, cGMP principles, and regulatory expectations (FDA, EMA, Annex 1)
- Ability to interpret URS, P&IDs, batch records, and qualification protocols
- Comfortable with automation systems and process control HMIs
- Skilled in process design, optimization, and workflow consulting
- Familiarity with PAT tools, DoE, and QbD principles (ICH Q8/9/10)
- Knowledge of ASME-BPE standards and risk-based extractables/leachables evaluations for single-use systems
- Proficient in data analysis tools (Excel, JMP)
- Experience using Salesforce.com (SFDC CRM) for opportunity and activity tracking
- Ability to commute within the territory up to 75% of the time (3 days out a week)
- Demonstrates Thermo Fisher Scientific's Four I's values: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement
Desired Qualifications
- Masters degree or PhD
- Scripting a plus
- Experience using Salesforce.com (SFDC CRM) for opportunity and activity tracking
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