Bruker is one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies enabling scientists to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Our high-performance products and high-value life science and diagnostics solutions are trusted by leading businesses, institutes, and scientists worldwide. Today, more than 8.500 employees at over 90 locations are working on this permanent challenge to make the world a better place.

We’re seeking an Applications Scientist to drive innovation and support our comprehensive Bruker’s Biosensors portfolio, including advanced Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) systems, groundbreaking switchSENSE (Helix+) technology, and the state-of-the-art HeliXcyto platform for single-cell Interaction Cytometry (scIC).

 

This exciting, on-site role is based in Bruker’s Headquarter in Boston/Billerica, MA and involves contributing to sales activities, customer training, and technical support and managing our Bruker Biosensors Application Laboratory. Reporting to the Application Manager, you’ll work closely with our SPR instrument line, Helix portfolio, and associated consumables and software.

• Conduct sample analyses, focusing on pharmaceutical applications for the SPR and Helix portfolios.
• Provide expert technical sales support through preparations, demonstrations, and detailed reporting for prospective customers.
• Author technical documents showcasing innovative applications of Bruker’s biosensor instrumentation.
• Deliver engaging pre-sales support, including joint sales visits, webinars, and technical presentations.
• Offer post-installation support, such as on-site customer training and tailored method development.
• Develop new applications, contributing to conferences, marketing materials, and technical presentations.
• Train and support new and existing customers, ensuring a world-class experience.
• Manage the Bruker Biosensors Application Laboratory, handle maintenance and daily operations. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, or a related field, with 2+ years of hands-on experience in biophysical methods.
• Alternatively, BS/MS with 5+ years of hands-on experience in biophysical methods.
• Experience with Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR), switchSENSE, single-cell cytometry and cell culture is highly advantageous.
• Expertise: Proven skills in laboratory setup, management, and experimental execution.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences with clarity and enthusiasm.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support customers and projects (up to 50%).

Bruker Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and tuition assistance (as applicable).

 

At Bruker, the base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $81,900 and $130,000 and provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base salary for the role will depend on several job-related factors, including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, the geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job-related knowledge, and travel requirements for this position. Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits, including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.

 

Bruker is a federal contractor and subject to Executive Order 14042.  Under Executive Order 14042, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with limited exceptions for those employees who are unable to be vaccinated due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief).  You will need to provide proof of vaccination by submitting a copy of your CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card to Bruker, or obtain a religious or medical exemption, as a condition of employment. Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.