In-Field Application Scientist (m/f/d)

abberior was founded in 2012 by the inventors of STED microscopy to provide researchers with tools to visualize biological systems down to the molecular level. We are global leaders in fluorescence microscopy, pioneers in super-resolution microscopy, and the only commercial supplier of the first light microscope to achieve single digit nanometer 3D resolution – the abberior MINFLUX.

Our customers are universities and research institutes in both academia and industry conducting cutting-edge biological and medical research. We are a science-passionate company with production and development sites in Germany and offices in China, and the USA.

In-Field Application Scientist (m/f/d)

Location: Germany; Göttingen
Department: Application
Start date: at the earliest possible date
Hours: Fulltime

The Position

We are expanding our Application team and looking for excellent candidates to join us as superresolution imaging specialists in Germany.

• Conduct superresolution microscope demonstrations remotely and at customer sites
• Provide training and application support for customers
• Develop, refine, and troubleshoot analysis pipelines for superresolution data
• Record data of biomedical and biophysical samples for internal research and marketing activities
• Develop and optimize data acquisition protocols and workflows for superresolution microscopy

• Advanced degree (MA/PhD) in Biology, Biophysics, or a related discipline
• Sound knowledge and research experience in superresolution microscopy – preferably in STED, MINFLUX or single molecule localization microscopy
• Independent thinking, a structured work style, and collaborative team spirit
• Willingness and ability to travel globally (approximately 40-60%)
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken; proficiency with German is useful, but not necessary
• Effective cross-cultural communication skills, both within the company and when working with customers
• Affinity for cutting edge technology Basic programming knowledge, especially in Python, is preferred

• A stimulating and dynamic working environment within a creative, ambitious, and innovative team
• Collaboration opportunities with our customers and contribution to high-impact scientific publications
• A flat company hierarchy with quick feedback and short decision-making processes
• The ability to grow with our company through continuous training and career advancement opportunities
• Choice of working from an abberior office or remotely; airport proximity is helpful
• Competitive compensation and flexible working hours