Field Application Scientist
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Position Overview & Specifications
TEC Partners are working with an exciting biotechnology start-up that is focusing on creating a high-throughput cell sorting instrument. The company is part of a large science and technology group of companies, and their new platform offers multiplexed cell sorting with improved sort rates which will have a huge potential in a multitude of life science applications.
With the product set to launch next year, the company is currently looking for a Field Application Specialist to focus on the customer side in the UK, Europe, and US, as well as to get involved in the lab-based work to improve and contribute to the development, testing, and improvement of the instrument.
As a Field Application Specialist, you will spend a significant amount of time traveling and liaising with customers and representing the company and the product. The role will be of key importance to understand the customer requirements and to ensure the great performance of the cell sorting instrument on customers’ sites.
Requirements:
- Background in biological sciences, ideally to a PhD level
- Strong communication skills and ability to interact with customers
- Hands-on experience in cell biology field, ideally in immunology or cell therapy
- Knowledge and/or hands-on experience with various cell sorting/flow cytometry/FACS techniques and related protocols and standards
- Previous experience working in a field-based role would be advantageous but is not a must
The position would be suitable for someone currently in a similar field-based position, or someone in a relevant scientific field who would be interested to start their career as a Field Application Specialist.
The company offers a competitive salary based on the experience and a great benefits package that includes:
- Annual profit-related bonus
- Generous employer pension contribution
- Private medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Enhanced parental leave
- On-site sports and other activities
- Free lunch and drinks on-site
If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, apply with your updated CV or contact Austeja at TEC Partners for more information about the position and the company.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Flexitime
- Free fitness classes
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Relocation assistance
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge
Reference ID: 47733
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Business Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Field Application Scientist roles across TEC Partners's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Business Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £45,000 - £55,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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