Field Service Engineer

Our Mission is to Map the Universe of Biology.

As the pioneer in the field of , NanoString enables scientists across the globe to envision molecular interactions in three dimensions with three different systems, the , the (DSP) and the (SMI) platform.

As a result, scientists can see the multiomic expression of genes and proteins in the natural context of tissue structure.

The secret sauce to the company’s success is our people, who are committed to excellence and dedicated to catalyzing the next biological revolution.

Collectively, we live our corporate values of ambition, grit, ingenuity, authenticity, and customers every day.

Summary :

The Field Service Engineer (FSE) provides technical service and support on equipment within the company, ISO, FDA, and budgetary guidelines with the objectives of minimizing customer downtime and generating revenue opportunities for NanoString.

This candidate should possess strong technical skill as well as the ability to operate independently and with minimal supervision.

In support of the NanoString objectives, this role must exhibit drive, passion, and a competitive spirit to help maximize our commercial success.

They must be a team player with customer relationship building skills, who is hard working, smart, and loves to win.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Complete new equipment installations, preventative maintenance activities, and emergency repairs with proper supporting documentation in compliance with Quality Assurance procedures
• Communicate with customers, both in person and via electronic means, in a way that instills confidence in both his / her ability and the capabilities of all NanoString teams
• Provide feedback to internal teams to address failure points and make system reliability improvements
• Support the Field Applications team as needed to maximize equipment uptime and create a great customer experience
• Assist with the NanoString Quality process improvement initiatives
• Hands-on field service experience preferably in the biotech / life science / robotics field(s). This includes working on systems in customer laboratories and observing proper biohazard safety precautions
• Strong troubleshooting skills. Specifically, in the areas of : General electronics, electromechanical systems, robotics, liquid handlers, computers, and associated networking components
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage customer expectations while providing outstanding customer service
• Working knowledge of all technical support activities designed to achieve a world class customer experience
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment, communicating relevant scientific data effectively in oral and written format, working in a timely manner to meet defined deadlines, and representing NanoString effectively in the field
• General understanding of IT and basic networking setup
• Willingness and Availability to travel; overnight travel up to 50-75% per month. Must possess a valid passport and be able to obtain visas to travel internationally.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move approximately 80-100 lbs on an infrequent basis.
• Able to clearly communicate verbally and in writing in both English and the local language (if other than English).

Qualifications :

• B.S. degree with 3-5 years of relevant field service experience. Ideal Candidate would have (1-5 years of experience) in FSE instrument repair and field work.
• Familiarity with fluorescence microscopy and robotic systems
• General knowledge of genetic analysis techniques (DNA microarrays, gene expression analysis, NGS / WGS, and quantitative PCR)
• Experience working in a QSR certified organization

Why NanoString?

The technology and the people! NanoString is enabling customers to answer previously unsolvable questions with our innovative technologies.

We could not accomplish this without the high-quality people who work here, and their commitment to excellence and improving the human condition.

Target Base Salary Range :

FSE III $86,000-$115,000

FSEII $74,000 - $105,000

FSE I $62,000 - $85,000

Base salary is an integral part of NanoString’s total compensation package. Base salary considers an individual’s skills, experience, and competitive market value.

The base salary range represent what NanoString pays for a job within a salary grade based on external market data in comparison to similar positions from other companies in our industry.

Employees generally enter a salary grade at the lower-to-mid-point in the range.

Other compensation elements include a discretionary annual bonus, incentive compensation for sales roles, comprehensive benefit plans and paid time off, including designated holidays.