Field Application Scientist

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC.

Field Application Scientist supporting Meso Scale Diagnostics’ immunoassay instruments and assays. Training customers, troubleshooting workflows, and partnering with sales across Southeast Florida.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeRemote • Florida, Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,100 - $134,375 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific consultation, assay development, and customer training within the life sciences domain. Proficient in molecular biology, immunoassay principles, and data analysis, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

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Ph.D. In Life SciencesMolecular Biology Lab ExperienceImmunoassay DevelopmentAssay TroubleshootingSalesforce.com Documentation

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Hard Skills

Assay DevelopmentData AnalysisProtein BiochemistryAnalytical SkillsLaboratory TroubleshootingOptimization ExperimentsValidation ExperimentsScientific FundamentalsField Application SupportClinical Lab Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving AbilityOrganizational SkillsProfessional Presence

Tools & Technologies

MSD InstrumentationMSD AssaysLaboratory EquipmentSalesforce.comScientific Software

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesClinical SettingResearch FieldsScientific NetworkingField FeedbackCustomer SupportTrade ShowsScientific SeminarsE-VerifyHazardous Materials

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Amazon RedshiftAWSERPETL.NETPythonSFDCSQLTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive scientific consultation supporting account management alongside the internal sales organization in the assigned territory/region
Evaluate potential new instrument opportunities
Educate, train, and support new and existing customers on MSD instrumentation and data analysis
Train customers on MSD assays, instrumentation, and software
Assist customers with assay troubleshooting and data analysis
Support customers developing their own assays on the MSD platform
Attend scientific meetings, conferences, and trade shows and provide feedback and reports
Integrate information between sales and marketing groups to resolve customer issues and expand the customer base through scientific networking
Provide scientific seminars and conferences to prospective customers as requested
Collaborate with account managers in the strategic sales process to expand instrument and consumable sales
Present internal scientific peer training sessions to sales, FAS, and management teams
Create reports and presentations from assay development visits and new evaluations
Provide field feedback to team members, account managers, and internal groups
Document activities and customer interactions in Salesforce.com
Track, identify, and review new literature referencing MSD products and methods
Maintain knowledge of competitor technologies and provide strategic information to the sales team
Travel regularly to customer sites and work in laboratory environments as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. in Life Sciences or related area required
Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field with equivalent experience considered
Minimum of three years of hands-on experience in a molecular biology lab, clinical lab, discovery lab, or biochemistry in a research or clinical setting
Previous field application or scientific support experience desirable
Experience in protein biochemistry is a plus
Superior analytical skills and strong scientific fundamentals
Logical problem-solving ability and ability to organize and advance project tasks in a structured manner
Thorough understanding of immunoassay principles, development, and applicability across research fields
Ability to independently execute assay and reagent troubleshooting, optimization, and validation experiments
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate laboratory issues, problems, and results affecting timelines, accuracy, and data reliability
Professional presence and strong interpersonal skills for customer interactions
Software and software-system competency desirable
Ability to travel and work outside normal business hours as needed
Ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize necessary equipment, move about the office, and travel regularly
Ability to work in laboratory environments that may involve chemicals and hazardous materials
Meso Scale Diagnostics uses E-Verify to validate candidates’ work eligibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary or non-discretionary bonus eligibility
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription benefits
401(k) plan with company matching
Flexible spending accounts
Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Group life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Employee assistance program
Fitness club membership contribution
Pet insurance
Identity theft protection
Home and auto insurance discounts
Optional supplemental life insurance