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The Sr. Technical Services Application Scientist is responsible for providing outstanding technical support to Exact Sciences customers. This position works individually or in collaboration with others on troubleshooting and resolving customer assay questions or issues in a timely manner. This position will also work on projects to bring enhancements of current products and processes to the customer.
Job Responsibility:
Receive and document incoming customer communications
Work cooperatively with the Technical Services team and internal functional departments to troubleshoot and resolve customer questions or requests
Lead troubleshooting of customer issues through root cause investigation, experiment design, study execution, data analysis, and reporting
Conduct bench level experiments within several product areas
Prepare technical experiment report with all technical specification and information and present to supervisor or project team
Coordinate with the Development and Marketing teams for proper implementation of new products
Clearly and accurately summarize and document troubleshooting activities or technical summary
Prepare detailed technical protocols
Communicate customer feedback regarding their product requirements to the developmental team
Assist with metrics tracking to monitor performance of the technical services team and quality of the product
Draft and distribute content of customer communications
Contribute ideas to improve team process
Clearly communicates with supervisor and team members
Provide technical and hands-on support to laboratory customers by phone, email and/or onsite
Identify, implement, and report on improvements in processes and products
Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures
Regular and reliable attendance
Work designated schedule
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 2% of a typical working day
Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 70% of a typical working day
Ability to grasp with both hands
pinch with thumb and forefinger
turn with hand/arm
reach above shoulder height
Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously
Ability to use a telephone through a headset
Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements
Ability and means to travel between Madison locations
Ability to travel 5% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel
Requirements:
Ph.D. in a life sciences field
Master’s degree in a life sciences field and 2 years of life sciences industry experience in lieu of Ph.D.
or Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences or related field and 4 years of life sciences industry experience in lieu of Ph.D.
3+ years of experience in the life sciences industry or a related field
3+ years of experience analyzing data with tools such as Microsoft Office Excel or JMP
2+ years of experience working in a molecular diagnostics/clinical laboratory
Professional working knowledge or coursework with molecular biology techniques and Real-Time-PCR Assays
Strong understanding of statistical and mathematical methods in biology/genetics
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation
Nice to have:
3+ years of experience in a Medical Device field working in a regulated environment, e.g., ISO 13485, FDA GMP, or USDA
3+ years of experience working within Quality System Regulations and Service requirements defined therein
1+ year of experience working in a technical support function
Experience working in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Experience working in Histology/Pathology
Background in laboratory chemistry
What we offer:
Paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
Paid leave for parents and caregivers
A retirement savings plan
Wellness support
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage