Application Scientist Test & Measurement (80-100%) at Zurich Instruments (Zurich, Switzerland)
Zurich Instruments· Zurich, Switzerland·
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Job description
Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced test and measurement instruments and in control electronics for quantum computing. Since the beginning, we have worked together with our customers and partners to advance the frontiers of science. Today we are supporting a large community of scientists and engineers to use our products in many challenging research fields. To develop further our customer base, ensure their success and to pursue new activities in the EMEA region, we are looking to grow our team of Application Scientists in Zurich. In this role, you will work closely with our users by assuming an active, technical involvement in our sales and business development activities. You will engage with existing and prospective accounts, learn about both our market and customers and contribute to our mutual success.
Your responsibilities
- Engage in technical discussions with new customers to support our test & measurements sales in EMEA.
- Ensure application-specific support and customer success.
- Nurture an active network in the research community.
- Represent Zurich Instruments at trade shows and community-specific conferences.
- Understand technical requirements from customers and communicate to product management and RnD.
Your profile
- Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar, related to the application fields of our instruments.
- Hands-on experience with control and measurement instrumentation, including RF electronics.
- Proficiency in programming lab equipment and experiments.
- Experience in sales and business development in academic and industrial markets is a plus.
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills; fluency in English is a must.
- Willingness to travel 30%.
We offer a diverse work environment with an open and transparent company culture where personal development forms the basis of our success. We thrive on cooperation and support distributed decision-making that allows everyone to take responsibility and generate substantial impact from the start and on many levels. Now is a great time to join the team. We look forward to receiving your resume and motivation letter.
Why work at Zurich Instruments
- Cutting-edge technology: Work at the frontier of quantum computing, scanning probe microscopy, and precision measurement, with a direct impact on scientific discovery.
- Highly skilled, international team: The company employs people from over a dozen countries, fostering a collaborative and diverse culture. zhinst.com
- Flat hierarchy and ownership: Encourages leadership and ownership across all levels, beyond functional and organizational boundaries. zhinst.com
- Work-life balance: Supports flexible working hours, part-time options, and home office for certain positions. Organizes communal activities like running, cycling, and skiing. zhinst.com
- Fair and transparent remuneration: Salary includes a shared company-wide variable component, emphasizing team performance over individual targets. zhinst.com
- Career growth: Encourages knowledge sharing and continuous learning, with opportunities to increase responsibility over time. zhinst.com