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Microlytic is excited to announce the following immediate oppening: Applications Scientist
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Description
The qualified applicant will possess a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and/or structural biology. Your activities will support Microlytic’s sales and commercialization efforts through in-house and external applications development projects, workshops and onsite customer support. You will, therefore, have strong knowledge of and experience in protein crystallization and protein structure determination via X-ray crystallography. Experience with crystallization methods other than vapor diffusion are not essential, but a plus. The position will be based in our Boston, Massachusetts facility, but will at times, involve significant travel to customer and conference sites.
The position will commence on or near April 1, 2013. Preference will be given to candidates authorized to work in the USA or qualifying for TN work status.
(1) Start-up applications training and continued applications support to customers in their laboratory
(2) Direct management and coordination of projects with Microlytic’s collaboration partners
(3) Provide technical assistance to customers through direct interaction in person, via phone and email
(4) Training of the sales team on new and existing products and on the latest developments in the structural biology field
(5) Work independently and with our sales force to drive the sales of Microlytic’s portfolio in a technical and consultative manner based on scientific applications
(6) Assist in the launch of new products, services and instruments by developing PowerPoint presentations, training sales representatives, performing demonstrations and seminars.
(7) Monitor the competitive landscape and provide analysis of key findings to senior management
(8) Perform in-house product and protocol development for existing Microlytic offerings
(9) Identification and development of new products and services
QUALIFICATIONS
(1) Ph.D. in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
(2) Minimum 4 years lab experience with proven knowledge, understanding and success in protein X-ray crystallography
(3) Excellent oral and written communication skills
(4) Experience in presenting technical materials in written and verbal form is critical
(5) Ability to effectively work on and manage many priorities at one time
(6) A supportive and approachable team player
(7) Must be self-reliant and a self-starter
About Microlytic
Founded in 2006, Microlytic is an innovator and commercial provider of consumable laboratory products for the structural biology marketplace. Our mission is to provide a portfolio of innovative products that simplify the workflow, increase productivity and offer an attractive economic value proposition to our customers. For more information about Microlytic, please visithttp://www.microlytic.com