Job Description

Molecular Devices, LLC creates innovative, high-quality bioanalysis solutions that increase our customers productivity. By joining Molecular Devices, you will work with best-in-class people who share a common purpose - to be our customers' first choice for systems, consumables, software, and support that advance both basic and applied life science discovery. Our core values are critical elements of our past and future success -- The best team wins. Customers talk, we listen. Continuous improvement is our way of life. Leading edge innovation defines our future. We compete for shareholders.

We have an open head count for a West-coast abased scientist who can support our bioresearch products. This position will be responsible for carrying out demos, presentations, customer trainings and troubleshooting as requested by the Sales team and management. This position will directly report to the Supervisor of BioResearch Field Applications Scientists. This is an entry level position within the Field Applications team with career development opportunities within the Field Applications team, Sales team, Marketing team and Product Development team.

Responsibilities:

* Provide scientific, technical, and applications support during pre- and post-sales activities.
* Schedule and manage demos, instrument installations, and trainings as required.
* Support the sales team by using critical thinking to identify customer needs and to demonstrate the correct product solutions to meet those needs.
* Develop and present complex material to potential customers in an easy to understand manner while being able to professionally handle objections and questions.

Diversity and Inclusion
At Danaher, we are dedicated to building and sustaining a truly diverse and inclusive culture. These are not just words on a page -- Diversity and Inclusion is a top priority for the company, and it ties deeply to each of our core values. Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

* Help customers in rationalizing equipment purchase by providing assistance in assay development, data generation, report preparation, and presenting results.
* Promote customer satisfaction by providing product and application information, answering inquiries, investigating complaints and taking appropriate action.
* Partner with Sales colleagues in generating sales leads by developing customer relationships and collaborations to facilitate the preparation of materials for technical materials, seminars, scientific meetings and other publications.
* Serve as a communication bridge between end-users and internal development groups and management being the voice of the customer.
* Participate in market development activities by expanding our knowledge of the competition and marketplace.

Qualifications:

Requirements

* A Master or Ph.D. degree in Biological Sciences, or equivalent. (Ph.D. preferred)
* 2-3 years direct hands-on experience with microplate reader based assays
* Excellent analytical, organizational, time management, and presentation skills to provide and prioritize excellent pre- & post-sales support in a vibrant commercial environment
* Strong written/verbal communication proficiency
* Demonstrate great interpersonal skills to develop multi-level and multi-functional relationships; including customers, field-based and in-house support personnel and highly motivated sales colleagues.
* A high degree of creative aptitude and initiative, and the ability to operate in an independent environment, while still being a team player
* Must have the ability to travel overnight 75%
* This position will be home office based and the candidate must be located in the Greater Los Angeles, San Diego, or San Francisco area.

Preferred

* Experience with SpectraMax plate readers, SoftMax Pro software or similar platform
* Experience with GLP/GMP & Regulated Laboratory environments
* Prior Field Application Scientist experience

Danaher Overview

Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. Our family of world class brands have unparalleled leadership positions in some of the most demanding and attractive industries, including health care, environmental and communications. We are a globally diverse team of 66,000 associates united by a common culture and operating system, the Danaher Business System, which serves as our ultimate competitive advantage. In 2013, we generated $19.1 billion in revenue and our market capitalization exceeded $50 billion. We are ranked 152 on the Fortune 500 and, during the past 20 years, our stock has outperformed the S&P 500 Index by nearly 2,800 percent.

At Danaher, youll have the opportunity to build a career in a way no other company or environment can duplicate. Were innovative, fast-paced, results-oriented, and most importantly, like to win. Why? Because its fun! But, when it comes to the development of our leaders and associates, were serious. Our business is growing, and we need top talented people to keep winning. The breadth and depth of our family of brands makes it possible for us to offer a variety of dynamic and challenging career opportunities across multiple global industries. Working with us, youll have the unique experience to learn the Danaher Business System, our common operating system used to shape strategy, focus execution, align our people, and create tremendous value for customers and shareholders. At Danaher, great people do extraordinary things. Come join our winning team. For more information please visit our website: www.danaher.com.

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Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.