Field Application Scientist – Vibrational Spectroscopy | Field Application Scientist (m/f/d) – Vibrational Spectroscopy (FTIR / Raman / FT-NIR) – DACH
Thermo Fisher Scientific GmbH
Job Summary
This role offers an exciting opportunity to serve as a technical expert for industrial spectroscopy applications across the DACH region. Based in a specialized laboratory near Frankfurt, you will be responsible for the end-to-end customer experience, from conducting pre-sales demonstrations and feasibility studies to providing post-sales training and technical troubleshooting. Your daily activities will involve hands-on lab management, ensuring instrument readiness, and performing complex spectral data interpretation for FTIR, FT-NIR, and Raman microscopy. You will act as a vital bridge between commercial teams and clients, translating technical requirements into practical solutions. This position is ideal for a scientist who enjoys a mix of laboratory work and field engagement, as it requires approximately 50% travel. Joining a global leader like Thermo Fisher Scientific provides a unique platform to solve complex analytical challenges while benefiting from a culture of innovation and professional growth.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc) required; Master of Science (MSc) or PhD preferred in Physical Chemistry, Materials Science, Analytical Chemistry, or equivalent experience.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience operating FTIR instruments, including FTIR microscope experience
- Professional experience handling and preparing diverse industrial sample matrices
- Proven capability in spectral and data interpretation across FTIR, FT-NIR, and Raman microscopy
- Experience in delivering customer trainings and conducting feasibility demonstrations
- Professional experience supporting commercial teams in a customer-facing applications role is advantageous
Languages
Additional
- Must live within commuting distance of Dreieich/Frankfurt for lab ownership responsibilities. Requires approximately 50% travel primarily within the DACH region and occasionally EMEA. Must be able to work in laboratory settings with hazardous materials and adhere to strict PPE and cleanroom-style safety standards.
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