Field Application Scientist
Houston, TX Region. Based in a home office.
About us:
Wyatt Technology is the world leader in research, development and commercialization of light scattering instruments used by chemical, pharmaceutical, biotech companies, and by government and academic institutions. Visit our website at www.wyatt.com to learn more about the science and our products.
What we are looking for:
Wyatt Technology is seeking a Texas Regional Field Application Scientist (“FAS”) to increase sales and expand our customer base in the states of: TX, CO, NM, OK, LA and MO. The primary responsibility of the FAS will be to drive sales of our full range of light scattering instruments, GPC detectors, and separation systems, accessories, and services. Up to 50% of your time will be spent in the field, with a regional focus on travel in the designated region but may also include other regions of the country when called upon. The FAS will work out of a home-based office, and may live anywhere within the designated region.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter in implementing a territorial business plan working in unison with the inside sales team and marketing colleagues in delivering on aggressive call cycles and business development activities; to develop a keen understanding of the customers' needs and challenges and to design solutions with lasting and meaningful business impact to our customers. Most often our customers are PhD scientists involved in the research and development of new therapeutic drugs and nanomaterials and are employed primarily in the pharmaceutical, academic, and government research arenas.
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Compensation:
This position carries a direct sales quota and is eligible for commission variable compensation tied to a performance goal. Base compensation includes company paid health, dental, vision and life insurance, holidays, combined vacation and sick leave program and disability insurance. Employees also enjoy a generous 401(k) plan as well as a quarterly bonus program.