Who we are...

Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is a different kind of life sciences company, one founded, owned, and run by active research scientists, with the highest standards of product and service quality, technological innovation, and scientific rigor for over 20 years. We consistently provide fellow scientists around the globe with best-in-class products and services to fuel their quests for discovery.

Helping researchers find new solutions is our main mission every day, but it's not our only mission. We're also dedicated to helping identify solutions to other problems facing our world. We believe that all businesses must be responsible and work in partnership with local communities, while seeking to minimize their environmental impact. That's why we joined 1% for the Planet as its first life science member, and have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2029.

The role

The Senior Field Application Specialist (Sr. FAS) EMEA, Cell Therapy & Regulatory Markets, serves as a trusted scientific partner to customers in the cell therapy, biopharmaceutical and regulated research markets including CMOs and CDMOs. Leveraging deep expertise in CAR-T workflows and GMP/regulatory requirements, this role will empower customers to navigate the transition from discovery to clinical manufacturing. With a strong emphasis on GMP-aligned applications, the FAS provides deep technical expertise, regulatory awareness, and hands-on support to enable successful implementation of CST products in both research and clinical manufacturing environments. Also responsible to reach and/or exceed territory budgetary goals through sales success across key product areas.

You'll have the opportunity to...

• Serve as the primary scientific and technical liaison for customers across EMEA (direct and indirect markets), working in CAR-T and cell therapy development, including GMP and GxP environments
• To be the subject matter expert for customers operating in regulated environments, advising on the selection of CST products that meet cGMP and ISO 13485 quality standards, assay validation, comparability studies, and documentation requirements
• Provide expert pre- and post-sales support on CST products and assays across discovery, translational, and manufacturing workflows
• Support customers operating in regulated markets, including clinical development, quality control, and technology transfer teams
• Partner with the regional commercial team to identify high-value opportunities within the cell and gene therapy (CGT) sector, delivering technical presentations that address the specific pain points of regulatory-market researchers
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and R&D to align customer needs with CST product strategy, communicate market trends and regulatory shifts, influencing the development of next-generation reagents for the clinical market
• Support regulatory-driven customer inquiries, including questions related to traceability, reproducibility, lot-to-lot consistency, and change control
• Gather and communicate field insights to internal teams to inform product development and market expansion in the cell therapy space
• Represent CST at scientific conferences, industry meetings, and customer events focused on cell therapy, immuno-oncology, and biomanufacturing
• To drive successful product launches and adoption in EMEA integrating local market specificities including development of sales launch packages, value propositions that are accepted by the sales force and tracking revenue in accordance with forecasts
• To support Early Access Program with sales, marketing, technical support and R&D
• To drive building a KOL network in EMEA, identify customers for possible joint collaborations and facilitate connections with CST R&D
• To work with the global Product Trainer to organize and provide internal training/workshop sessions for EMEA sales representatives and distribution partners.
• Collaborate deeply with the broader EMEA Sales organization and support as needed. This may involve at any time providing people cover for the FAS team in EMEA
• To cultivate a collaborative regional FAS team culture and a strong support system across EMEA

Who you are and what you bring to the team...

• PhD or Master in Cell Biology, Immunology or equivalent 
• 8+ years commercial experience working directly in or supporting GMP/GxP environments within the biopharmaceutical industry
• Hands-on experience in GMP/ GxP environments, including assay development, validation, or manufacturing support
• Deep technical knowledge of CAR-T cell manufacturing processes
• Strong understanding of regulatory expectations in clinical development
• Proven ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including scientists, QA/QC, and regulatory stakeholders
• Experience in an international business environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage deliverables and deadlines simultaneously 
• Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills 
• Ability to adapt scientific communication in the field based on customer needs
• Excellent knowledge of English both in word and writing. Knowledge of additional European languages is highly desirable
• Travel frequently in the field to customers (>60%)

What we offer....

Field Application Scientist

Application Scientist – EMEA
Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands (Onsite with travel)
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Associate Director, Sales – EMEA

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Application Scientist to join our team in Eindhoven. This role blends scientific expertise with customer engagement and technical support, contributing directly to Picarro’s growth across EMEA. You will be based at our Eindhoven office and lab, where you’ll manage day-to-day lab operations and support field activities. The position requires regular travel across Europe and to the United States, with no travel restrictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the Eindhoven lab, including:
  • Independently leading application development projects
  • Conducting product demonstrations in the office
  • Tailoring solutions to real-world applications
  • Ensuring a safe, organised, and productive environment
  • Training customers and partners onsite in Eindhoven
• Perform product installations, training, and follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction and long-term engagement.
• Collaborate with the Application Science team to develop scientific content (e.g., abstracts, presentations) for conferences and exhibitions.
• Work closely with Sales colleagues, Support teams, and Product Managers to identify new business opportunities and share customer feedback.
• Represent Picarro at conferences, trade shows, and customer visits across the EMEA region. Travel requirements may vary—some months may involve up to 50% travel, while others significantly less, depending on business needs.
• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture that values diverse perspectives, mutual respect, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geoscience, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s or PhD welcome).
• Several years of experience working with laser optical instruments, isotope ratio mass spectrometry, or trace gas analysers.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English; additional languages (e.g., German, French) are a plus.
  • Ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear, engaging way to diverse audiences.
• Experience with data analysis and visualisation tools.
• Comfortable working in cross-functional teams and contributing to a supportive, inclusive work environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel freely across Europe and to the United States.