Downstream Technical Application Specialist

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role:

The Downstream Technical Application Specialist is experienced in downstream purification operations, with an emphasis on Clarification and Tangential Flow Filtration. The Specialist will work with the local Sales and Process Development Scientist teams to support customer opportunities in the Western United States. Responsibilities include:

• Leverage expertise and strategic insights in the downstream technologies field including filtration and purification portfolios to effectively collaborate with commercial partners and drive sales
• Identify strategic opportunities to gain market share, grow the business and develop plans of action for Competitive Conversion, New Product Introductions (NPI), Product Adoption (PA) and Application Based Solutions (ABS)
• Bring customer and commercial feedback to leadership, business, & strategy to share best practices and identify potential gaps
• Travel: 30% domestic travel to customer locations within Western US & Canada

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or other life science discipline
• 1+ year of hands-on downstream purification experience in the biopharma industry
• 1+ year of experience with TFF development and/or clarification purification unit operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or chemistry, chemical engineering or other life science discipline
• 5+ years direct experience with development and implementation of purification unit operations
• Strong customer and sales orientation with excellent relationship building skills
• Excellent communication skills  
• Sales or marketing organization experience

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it 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!
 
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