Job summary
This role involves acting as a technical specialist supporting biotechnology and biopharmaceutical customers in the UK and Nordic region, focusing on hardware, single-use technologies, and automation in bioprocessing workflows. The Field Application Scientist provides expertise to process development, manufacturing, and technical teams to optimize and troubleshoot upstream and downstream bioprocess operations, including technology evaluation and adoption.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Oslo
- Work setup
- Remote
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted technical advisor for bioprocessing hardware and automation technologies, supporting customers from development through manufacturing. Assist with process engineering, scale-up and transfer, technology qualification, and problem resolution. Lead technical engagements such as demonstrations, pilot runs, and training sessions. Collaborate with internal teams to address customer needs, ensure compliant solutions, and communicate customer feedback to drive product improvements. Represent the organization at conferences and customer sites, delivering technical presentations and consulting on workflow integration and automation adoption.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioengineering or related field, or equivalent relevant experience. Strong foundation in upstream bioprocessing and process engineering fundamentals, including experience with bioreactors, single-use systems, and fluid-management technologies. Proven ability to analyze process data, troubleshoot issues, and effectively communicate technical information. Experience with process development, scale-up/scale-down, technology transfer, and support of manufacturing environments. Fluency in English and willingness to travel extensively across the Nordic region and UK. Familiarity with cGMP principles and regulatory guidelines is advantageous but not mandatory.