Senior Field Applications Specialist (Chem/IA) - Chicago, IL

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The Senior Field Applications Specialist for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics. The Senior Field Applications Specialist (FAS) is responsible for the validation of our Chemistry and Immunoassay instrument installations to ensure they meet Beckman Coulter and customer stated requirements.

This position is part of the Service Organization and is located in Chicago IL and the surrounding area and will be fully remote. At Beckman Coulter, our vision is to relentlessly reimagine healthcare, one diagnosis at a time.

You will be a part of the Field Applications team and report to the Technical Applications Supervisor responsible for working directly with the customer Key Operator during validation to reinforce training and ensure customer staff is properly prepared to use and maintain instrumentation.  The FAS is responsible for addressing customer questions and concerns regarding instrument operation and assay performance, in accordance with published specifications and regulatory body requirements.  The FAS works closely with many cross functional teams including Tech Support, Field Service, Sales, and Customer Training. If you thrive in a fast-paced role and want to work to build a world-class service organization—read on.

At Beckman Coulter, our vision is to relentlessly reimagine healthcare, one diagnosis at a time.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Prepare customer for and complete validations studies on instrumentation including, but not limited to instrument set-up, calibration, precision studies, and method comparisons.
• Provide both onsite and remote phone support to customers for assay and QC related questions and provide onsite training for proper operation of instrumentation.
• Provides onsite training for proper operation of instrumentation.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Associate's degree with a minimum combined experience of 3+ years in laboratory/diagnostic instrumentation or other related field.

• Advanced understanding of Diagnostics or Healthcare Industry with heavy emphasis on Laboratory Regulatory environment.
• Must be willing to work remotely and to travel domestically at least 80% of the time (based on the need of the position). Due to travel requirements, a good driving record is required.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Certified by accredited agency in Medical Technology
• Standard Laboratory Practices, including Quality Control, record keeping, and regulatory requirements (CAP, CLIA, COLA)

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home