Field Service Engineer

Who We Are: 

NanoString Technologies (NASDAQ: NSTG) is a leading provider of life science tools for discovery and translational research. The company’s nCounter® Analysis System is used in life sciences research and has been cited in more than 3,800 peer-reviewed publications. The nCounter Analysis System offers a cost-effective way to easily profile the expression of hundreds of genes, proteins, miRNAs, or copy number variations, simultaneously with high sensitivity and precision, facilitating a wide variety of basic research and translational medicine applications. The company’s GeoMx® Digital Spatial Profiler enables highly-multiplexed spatial profiling of RNA and protein targets in a variety of sample types, including FFPE tissue sections.  Built on pioneering principles in 2003, NanoString is blazing new trails and exploring new frontiers to adapt to the everchanging landscape and becoming smarter and more innovative in the process.  We are dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and providing solutions that can have a meaningful impact in research and discovery.   

Our purpose is to Map the Universe of Biology.   We enable scientists to answer questions they have always wanted to ask to explore the boundaries of cellular structures and create an atlas of biological interactions that define life.  We are relentless in our quest to Catalyze the Next Biological Revolution leading to Advancing the Human Condition.  In addition to a pioneering spirit, we value:  Grit.  Authenticity.  Ambition.  Ingenuity.  Customers.  Join our team! 

Job Summary:

The Field Service Engineer (FSE) provides technical service and support on equipment within the company, ISO, FDA, and budgetary guidelines with the objectives of minimizing customer downtime and generating revenue opportunities for NanoString. This candidate should possess strong technical skill as well as the ability to operate independently and with minimal supervision. In support of the NanoString objectives, this role must exhibit drive, passion, and a competitive spirit to help maximize our commercial success. They must be a team player with customer relationship building skills, who is hard working, smart, and loves to win.

Essential Functions:

• Complete new equipment installations, preventative maintenance activities, and emergency repairs with proper supporting documentation in compliance with Quality Assurance procedures
• Communicate with customers, both in person and via electronic means, in a way that instills confidence in both his/her ability and the capabilities of all NanoString teams
• Provide feedback to internal teams to address failure points and make system reliability improvements
• Support the Field Applications team as needed to maximize equipment uptime and create a great customer experience
• Assist with the NanoString Quality process improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Hands-on field service experience preferably in the biotech / life science / robotics field(s). This includes working on systems in customer laboratories and observing proper biohazard safety precautions
• Strong troubleshooting skills. Specifically, in the areas of: General electronics, electromechanical systems, robotics, liquid handlers, computers, and associated networking components
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage customer expectations while providing outstanding customer service
• Working knowledge of all technical support activities designed to achieve a world class customer experience
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment, communicating relevant scientific data effectively in oral and written format, working in a timely manner to meet defined deadlines, and representing NanoString effectively in the field
• General understanding of IT and basic networking setup
• Willingness and Availability to travel 75%; overnight travel less than 25% per month
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move approximately 60-80 lbs. on an infrequent basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. degree with 3-5 years of relevant field service experience
• Familiarity with fluorescence microscopy and robotic systems
• General knowledge of genetic analysis techniques (DNA microarrays, gene expression analysis, NGS/WGS, and quantitative PCR)
• Experience working in a QSR certified organization