Field Application Scientist - Manager -America

Danaher • Boston, MA

1d • $165,000 - $185,000 • Remote

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, you’ll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvement—where your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Field Application Scientist (FAS) Manager leads a team of highly skilled scientists dedicated to providing exceptional technical support and driving customer success across IDT’s portfolio. This role is pivotal in shaping a best-in-class organization that partners closely with Sales to deliver innovative solutions and ensure customer satisfaction. The FAS Manager will attract top talent, develop team members, and foster a culture of excellence and collaboration, while maintaining a strong presence in the field to lead by example. This position reports to the VP Sales, Americas and oversees a team that includes managers for CRISPR and NGS, each with their own sub-teams. The role is remote with regular travel to customer sites across the Americas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (Biology preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years (5 years preferred) of management and mentorship experience
• Experience translating complex scientific needs into tailored product solutions
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in NGS
• Around 50%-75% field time in the assigned territory
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

• CRISPR, Synthetic Biology, qPCR or dPCR field.
• Master or PhD in a Life Science field preferred
• Preferred 5 years of FAS experience in NGS field
• Familiarity with IDT’s portfolio including CRISPR, NGS, Synthetic biology, qPCR / dPCR and Custom oligo

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Field Application Scientists, including CRISPR and NGS managers, by providing mentorship, guidance, and growth opportunities.
• Implement standard processes and foster a customer-first mindset to ensure consistent, high-quality technical support and engagement.
• Maintain a strong field presence by meeting customers, providing advanced technical consultation, and demonstrating leadership by example.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and R&D to align technical strategies with commercial objectives and influence product development.
• Drive innovation and thought leadership by staying ahead of trends in NGS, CRISPR, Synthetic Biology, and qPCR/dPCR, and translating insights into actionable strategies that position IDT as a trusted partner.

Benefits

• IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .
• The annual base salary range for this role is $165,000.00 - $185,000.00 . This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees