AFM Applications Scientist

at  Oxford Instruments plc

At Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level. With a sixty-year history, and fourteen Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, our world-class products and technologies are helping our customers to address the greatest challenges of the 21st century.
AFM Applications Scientist – Wiesbaden
About Us
Oxford Instruments is a leading company in the field of high-tech tools and systems for research and industry. Founded in 1959, we specialise in the design, manufacture and support of various scientific instruments and solutions, used in diverse areas such as materials science, nanotechnology and industrial applications. Oxford Instruments has played a significant role in advancing scientific knowledge and technological progress through our cutting-edge instruments and solutions.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an AFM Applications Scientist to organize and execute all applications and post-sale support in designated territory and provide technical service as required. Support the continental European field sales team and assist in all direct sales-related efforts such as demonstrations, sample analysis supported by in person and virtual meetings to achieve growth in line with company vision and goals through.
Location and Working Hours
Based at our Wiesbaden site, with the option of hybrid working.
About You
The AFM Applications Scientist will ideally have the following skills and attributes:
Engineering or science degree (biology, materials science, physics, or equivalent field) and/or extensive work experience in atomic force microscopy. Preferably a PhD.
Experience and extensive knowledge on the theory and operation of AFMs.
2+ year experience in the analytical environment as scientist.
Able to understand customer requirements and how best to utilise the equipment to achieve the results requested.
Able to explain the technical features of the product range across.
Deliver the advantages and sales benefits of relevant products.
Able to communicate with customers and manage relationships in both sales and development situations.
Excellent background knowledge of modern analytical needs.
Willingness to travel extensively
What is in it for you?
At Oxford Instruments, we put our people at the heart of all we do. We embody our values of: We are Inclusive , we are Innovative , we are Trusted, and we are Purposeful . As an employee of Oxford Instruments, you will be given the development and mentorship to succeed, an environment that breeds authenticity and curiosity. You will work alongside people who have been with the business for a substantial amount of time, and who have developed their career within various functions, as well of people who are new in their careers and who bring a fresh perspective, enabling you to learn from a variety of people. In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package to include: Corporate Benefits, Sports Membership, JobRad, Pensionplan BAV, Language Courses, LinkedIn Learning Courses and 30 days holiday.

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