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Field Application Specialist - Downstream Bioprocessing

Merck KGaA
Gillingham
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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a candidate with expertise in Downstream Bioprocessing to join our team as a Field Application Specialist. As part of the Downstream Processing (DSP) Customer Application team within the Process solution commercial organisation, you will leverage your technical expertise in DSP technologies to drive sales and business growth.

You will collaborate closely with the Commercial, MSAT and Customer Applications teams to develop and implement solutions for customers located in the north of the UK and Ireland.

Your role will include managing complex projects from pre\-sales through implementation, ensuring a seamless and positive customer experience. Your understanding of market dynamics and customer needs will enable you to identify strategic opportunities for growth. You will engage with customers both in person and virtually, presenting our expertise while addressing their specific needs.

Your contributions will extend to assisting Field Marketing and Commercial teams in planning and executing regional action plans. Additionally, you will act as a liaison, sharing customer feedback with the business to shape our strategies and product offerings.

Who you are:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s or PhD is preferred.

  • Strong relevant technical experience in the DSP Bioprocessing industry.

  • Ability to travel up to 60% of the time through Northern UK \& Ireland.

  • Solid technical understanding of bioproduction workflows across multiple modalities, including but not limited to mAbs, ADCs, vaccines, mRNA, and Cell and/or Gene Therapy.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling you to build strategic relationships effectively.

  • Strong customer\-centric mindset, and a proactive, action\-driven approach.

  • Ability to analyze customer manufacturing processes and align them with our product offering.
Desirable:
  • Previous customer facing experience.

  • Previous project management experience, with the ability to lead complex projects involving multiple stakeholders
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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