Technical Application Specialist, Single-Use and Hardware | Technical Application Specialist, Single-Use and Hardware (all genders)

Merck KGaA

Darmstadt, Hessen, Deutschland
Published May 6, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Technical Application Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales and business growth by leveraging your expertise in single-use technologies and hardware. You will collaborate with commercial and customer application teams to implement integrated solutions for clients across Germany, Austria, and Central & Eastern Europe. Your day-to-day will involve managing complex projects from pre-sales through to successful implementation, assessing customer manufacturing processes, and presenting technical solutions both virtually and in person. You will act as a key liaison, providing critical customer feedback to shape product strategies and regional action plans. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong background in life sciences who thrives in a collaborative, customer-centric environment. You will be instrumental in aligning advanced bioproduction workflows with customer needs, ensuring optimal technology adoption within regulatory frameworks, while contributing to a culture of innovation and scientific discovery.

Required Skills

Education

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

Experience

  • 8+ years of relevant technical experience in the life sciences industry.
  • Demonstrated experience managing the full sales cycle from initial prospecting to deal closure.
  • Professional experience in bioproduction workflows including mAbs, ADCs, vaccines, mRNA, and Cell/Gene Therapy.
  • Proven experience leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • 30-50% travel requirement.