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Join Waters (in association with BD Biosciences) as a Field Applications Specialist ScM in the West US region. This field-based role offers a competitive salary of $95,600.00 - $153,000.00 USD Annual plus incentives, requiring up to 60% travel and a focus on single cell analysis customer support.

Requirements

  • Minimum BA/BS in a life sciences discipline (MS or PhD preferred).
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in single cell analysis, genomics, proteomics, and next-gen sequencing.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience providing internal laboratory or field scientific customer support.
  • Strong understanding of laboratory workflows, assay troubleshooting, and workflow design.
  • Valid state-issued driver's license with 3 years of consecutive driving history and ability to meet auto safety standards.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Single cell analysis expertise: Support instrument installation, applications training, and technical troubleshooting for genomics and proteomics workflows.
  • Customer support & relations: Maintain communication with customers, deliver technical presentations, and apply feedback to improve support programs.
  • Product development & collaboration: Partner with sales and marketing teams and participate in Voice of Customer (VOC) and R&D beta testing.
  • Project & territory management: Execute regional support strategies and manage projects with strong problem-solving and goal-setting skills.
  • Potential transition routes: People from laboratory scientist, research associate, or technical support roles may bring relevant genomics and customer-facing skills, alongside meeting mandatory life sciences degree and driving requirements.

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Field Applications Specialist ScM – West

Territory: WA, OR, CA, NV, NM, AZ, UT, CO, ID, MT & WY

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works with scM Business Director, Field Applications Manager, Sales Specialists, Field Applications Specialists along with other key stakeholders to meet U.S. region goals.
  • Works with scM Field Applications Manager to execute support strategy and initiatives, including instrument installation, applications training, technical support, pre-sales and post-sales activities in assigned region.
  • Stays current with single cell analysis techniques and industry best practices.
  • Stays current with BDB scM products and new product releases.
  • Maintains communication with customers and associates to ensure high level of satisfaction and ensure feedback is applied to continuously improve support programs.
  • Participates in VOC, R&D beta testing, and technical input to help develop/improve products that exceed customer expectations.
  • Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
  • May travel up to 60% of the time.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued license driver’s license with 3 years of consecutive driving history and meet BD’s auto safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum BA/BS in life sciences discipline required.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in hands-on single cell analysis science and laboratory techniques with a focus on genomics, proteomics, and next gen sequencing.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience providing internal laboratory or field scientific customer support in single cell analysis techniques.
  • Adept with scM instrumentation and assay troubleshooting and in the development of assay/workflow designs.
  • Must have strong understanding of all laboratory workflows in a variety of lab settings and scientific disciplines.
  • Knowledge or willingness to learn field scientific support and customer-facing techniques.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • Effective project management and goal setting skills.
  • Effective analytical/problem-solving skills.
  • Passion for customer centricity, including Voice of Customer.
  • Willingness to collaborate with sales and marketing to strategically drive BDB business.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license with 3 years of consecutive driving history and meet BD's auto safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MS or PhD in life sciences discipline.

Location:

  • This territory covers the West US region. Candidates must reside in the West US. Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

Compensation:

  • The expected Base Pay Range for this role is $ 95,600.00 - 153,000.00 USD Annual plus incentives. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and geographic location.
  • Annual SIP paid relative to performance.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Candidates whose job duties will be physically performed within unincorporated Los Angeles County limits: All qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. BD abides by any and all laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for hiring applicants with criminal histories for posted positions.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA CA - Milpitas 155

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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary Range Information

$95,600.00 - $153,000.00 USD Annual

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Field Applications Specialist ScM – West

Milpitas
Field-based
$95,600.00 - $153,000.00 USD Annual

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