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Technical Field Applications Scientist Atum
Job Location:
Job Location:
Newark, DE - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 120000 - 150000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
21 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
ATUM is a leader in cell line development gene synthesis and protein engineering. We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Field Applications Scientist (FAS) to join our team.
Job Summary:
The Technical Field Applications Scientist (FAS) is a client-facing subject matter expert responsible for the technical and scientific support of ATUMs commercial offerings including licensing gene synthesis protein expression and Cell Line Development (CLD). Serving as an external scientific authority this role represents ATUM at a high technical level with prospective and existing customers and licensees translating our integrated platform capabilities into differentiated commercial value.
The FAS partners directly with the Commercial and Business Development teams to identify prioritize and develop target accounts for ATUM services supporting opportunity creation and revenue growth. This position requires broad expertise in the field of biologics/drug development with an emphasis in molecular biology and mammalian cell culture. Acting as a strategic technical advisor throughout the sales cycle the role provides expert scientific guidance to clients supports deal strategy and ensures compelling technically robust positioning of ATUMs comprehensive biologics development and license offerings.
Responsibilities:
Job Summary:
The Technical Field Applications Scientist (FAS) is a client-facing subject matter expert responsible for the technical and scientific support of ATUMs commercial offerings including licensing gene synthesis protein expression and Cell Line Development (CLD). Serving as an external scientific authority this role represents ATUM at a high technical level with prospective and existing customers and licensees translating our integrated platform capabilities into differentiated commercial value.
The FAS partners directly with the Commercial and Business Development teams to identify prioritize and develop target accounts for ATUM services supporting opportunity creation and revenue growth. This position requires broad expertise in the field of biologics/drug development with an emphasis in molecular biology and mammalian cell culture. Acting as a strategic technical advisor throughout the sales cycle the role provides expert scientific guidance to clients supports deal strategy and ensures compelling technically robust positioning of ATUMs comprehensive biologics development and license offerings.
Responsibilities:
- Partners with the Commercial team to successfully accomplish company revenue projects and goals by serving as the primary scientific liaison for customers.
- Provides specific technical guidance to Business Development Team on ATUMs integrated services (gene design transient expression and CLD) in prospecting client meetings proposal generation bid defense meetings and other client interactions.
- Supports ATUM Licensee on regular touchpoints including technical feasibility particularly in the areas of vector design and cell line development.
- Communicates effectively with clients and internal to provide consultative advice technical troubleshooting and tailored platform solutions including tech transfer protocols data packages and presentations.
- Helps guide technical alignment and seamless project handoffs between clients and ATUMs scientific teams in the San Francisco Bay Area.
- Supports multiple commercial opportunities and technical projects simultaneously.
- Supports client relationships through a combination of virtual meetings telephone and onsite visits.
- Manages and tracks all projects and interactions in ATUMs LIMS and CRM.
- Works with the legal team on licensees legal amendments and transfer agreements
- Ensures customers are complying with reporting obligations
- Adheres to quality standards set by regulations and ATUMs mission participating effectively as a team player in all aspects of the business.
- in Molecular Biology Bioengineering Cellular Biology or a related scientific subject; Ph.D. is a strong asset.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a Field Application Scientist Technical Sales or advanced R&D role within a life sciences service provider (CRO/CDMO/Biotech).
- Deep technical knowledge in the areas of biologics/drug development molecular biology gene synthesis protein engineering transient protein expression and mammalian cell line development.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment consultative selling and problem-solving capabilities with exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Solid commercial acumen with an understanding of the biologics discovery and development market.
- Previous experience in a CRO/CDMO environment specializing in early biologics development is highly desirable.
- Excellent oral written and interpersonal skills in both scientific and business communications and presentations.
- Up to 40% travel may be required.
Why ATUM
- Innovative Environment: Be at the forefront of the next-gen biotech revolution in Quantitative Biology.
- Culture of Excellence: Enjoy a collaborative hands-on atmosphere with mentorship and rapid professional growth opportunities.
- Perks & Benefits: Free daily catered lunch comprehensive health benefits PTO and a 401(k) with a Safe Harbor plan.
- Compensation Range: $120000 $150000 base salary (commensurate with experience).
Required Experience:
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