Job Title: Application Scientist

Job Description

The Application Scientist will be responsible for supporting the growth of this product line through market growth and gaining market share through superior sample measurement, product demonstration, marketing, customer training, and out-strategizing the competition.

ResponsibilitiesAttend tradeshows, exhibitions, conferences, and workshops to promote products and generate new leads.Support qualifying opportunities by meeting with and determining customer applications and requirements and conveying the best solution or product configuration.Conduct instrument demonstrations in the application lab, at customer sites, and virtually.Analyze customer supplied specimens and produce quality reports.Support generating marketing collaterals with data and analysis results.Travel with sales colleagues to customer sites to answer questions and give high-level technical presentations on products and solutions.Provide post-sales application training at customer sites, in-house, or remotely. Assist in developing customer training programs, course materials, and course agendas.Manage and maintain XRD application instrumentation and demonstration laboratories.Establish and manage relationships with cross-functional departments such as marketing, service, and product management, to enable the sales applications team, the sales organization, and to meet the company's high-level goals and objectives.Participate in the development of new products, applications, and services.

Skills & QualificationsMasters or PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Geology, or Materials Engineering.At least 3 years of experience with powder X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) is required (can be concurrent with education).Current valid U.S. driver's license.Travel requirements up to 35% (self planned and scheduled). Main travel will be in the U.S. and Canada.Able to work under pressure to meet business goals.Adept with common office software such as Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.Fluent in English - other languages would be an advantage.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 21, 2024.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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