QIAGEN

Molecular testing consumables, instruments, software

Field Application Specialist

Solution EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRemote in USARemote

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in biological sciences or a related field is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
Three to five years of relevant laboratory, technical sales, or field-based customer support experience is required, including at least two years of hands-on digital PCR experience.
Experience with quantitative PCR assay design is required; digital PCR assay design experience is preferred.
Strong molecular biology expertise, including PCR, quantitative PCR, digital PCR, DNA/RNA purification, and genomics workflows, is required.
Strong communication, technical training, and customer-facing skills are required.
Previous customer-facing experience and the ability to build relationships and engage in scientific discussions are highly desirable.
CRM/Salesforce experience is preferred.
Ability to build customer relationships and engage in scientific discussions is required.
Ability to understand customer workflows and recommend appropriate QIAGEN solutions is required.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across onsite and remote support are required.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with sales, service, and other internal teams is required.
Ability to travel approximately 70–80%, typically 3–4 days per week, is required.
The territory covers Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Wyoming, and New Mexico; being based in Southern California is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support QIAGEN Digital PCR instruments and chemistries through instrument installations, customer training, troubleshooting, demonstrations, and pre- and post-sales technical support within the assigned territory.

Desired Qualifications

An advanced degree is preferred.
Experience with digital PCR assay design is preferred.
Previous customer-facing experience, including the ability to build relationships and engage in scientific discussions, is highly desirable.
CRM/Salesforce experience is preferred.
Being based in Southern California is preferred.

Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

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About the opportunity

This position will be dedicated to supporting QIAGEN Digital PCR instruments and chemistries through instrument installations, customer training, troubleshooting, demonstrations, and pre- and post-sales technical support within the assigned territory.

Your profile

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field; advanced degree preferred.
3–5 years of relevant laboratory, technical sales, or field-based customer support experience. 2+ years of hands-on digital PCR experience.
Experience with qPCR assay design; dPCR assay design experience preferred.
Strong molecular biology expertise, including PCR/qPCR/dPCR, DNA/RNA purification, and genomics workflows.
Strong communication, technical training, and customer-facing skills.
Previous customer-facing experience, with the ability to build relationships and engage in scientific discussions, is highly desirable.
CRM/Salesforce experience preferred.
Ability to build strong customer relationships and engage in scientific discussions.
Ability to understand customer workflows and recommend appropriate QIAGEN solutions.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across onsite and remote support.
Organized, self-directed, and able to collaborate effectively with sales, service, and other internal teams.
Ability to travel approximately 70–80%, typically 3–4 days per week.
Territory - Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Wyoming, New Mexico (Ideally based in Southern California).

The estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000. Compensation will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes a bonus plan and generous benefits.

What we offer

Bonus/Commission

Local benefits

Referral Program

Volunteer Day

Internal Academy (QIALearn)

Employee Assistance Program

Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking. 

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.

About the Company

QIAGEN

Molecular testing consumables, instruments, software

QIAGEN provides molecular testing solutions for DNA, RNA, and proteins used by researchers and clinicians in life sciences and diagnostics. Its products support the full workflow from sample preparation to data interpretation through a portfolio of sample technologies, assay technologies, and bioinformatics software, including QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kits, QIAstat Dx Viral Vesicular Panel, and the QIAstat Dx Analyzer. The company differentiates itself with an integrated end-to-end ecosystem that combines hardware, reagents, and software to streamline workflows and data analysis. Its goal is to help researchers and clinicians obtain fast, reliable molecular insights to support scientific discovery, diagnostics, and patient care.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Venlo, Netherlands
Founded: 1984

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