Field Applications Scientist

**Role Overview:** As a Field Applications Scientist at Oxford Nanopore Technologies in India, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on providing technical support to customers. Your responsibilities will include conducting pre-sales activities, such as presentations and technical calls, to assist customers in utilizing the company's products effectively. You will collaborate closely with the sales team to ensure the successful application of the products in research settings. This role is highly technical and requires a strong background in life sciences or a commercial environment. **Key Responsibilities:** - Collaborate with the sales team to provide technical expertise and support to customers in various territories - Assist customers with experimental design, software usage, and data analysis related to Oxford Nanopore Technologies" products - Provide specialized expertise for technical inquiries and advice on the company's technology - Participate in organizing and hosting seminars, exhibitions, and on-site activities at key accounts and congresses - Manage key customer relationships from a technical perspective to promote successful product usage - Track and document technical inquiries from customers into the CRM system - Monitor competition and market developments and report findings **Qualifications Required:** - A relevant PhD or equivalent experience in life sciences or a commercial environment - Strong lab experience with knowledge in genetics, molecular biology, and cell biology - Proficiency in experimental design, sample preparation methodologies, and data analysis in biological sciences - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities effectively - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers and internal teams - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with CRM databases like SalesForce - Proficiency in data visualization and analysis techniques and programming languages like R, Python (Numpy, Pandas) would be advantageous **Additional Company Details:** Oxford Nanopore Technologies aims to bring broad societal benefits by enabling the analysis of various molecules. The company's nanopore-based sensing technology is designed for fast, information-rich, and affordable molecular analysis. With a focus on DNA/RNA sequencing and potential applications in other molecule types, Oxford Nanopore contributes to understanding human biology, diseases, and environmental factors. Headquartered in the UK with global operations, the company serves customers in over 125 countries.,