Application Engineer

Are you an experienced Electron Microscopy Scientist or Post-doc seeking a dynamic customer-facing role?
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, cutting-edge technology business developing advanced imaging software for electron microscopy. In this is a hands-on, customer-facing role you’ll provide pre-and-post sales support to customers. You will sit at the intersection of science, software and applications, helping translate innovative technology into real-world impact across academic research and industry.
Key Responsibilities Include
Acting as the technical bridge between customers and internal R&D teams
Supporting installations, configuration and troubleshooting of advanced microscopy software
Delivering product demonstrations, training sessions and workshops (remote and on-site)
Working closely with customers to understand workflows and recommend optimised solutions
Feeding back insights to support product development and new feature design
Supporting pre-sales activities with technical expertise
Contributing to technical documentation and testing of new software releases
Representing the business at conferences, workshops and industry events
You Will Bring
PhD in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Physics, Biology, Materials Science, Engineering or similar)
Strong hands-on experience with multiple electron microscopy technologies (TEM, SEM, STEM, FIB-SEM) – experience with 4D-STEM is highly desirable
Experience with Python and image/data processing workflows is desirable
A problem-solving mindset with the ability to apply complex techniques in practical settings – experience with instrument/application troubleshooting is beneficial
Confident communication skills
Solid understanding of imaging workflows, analysis software and data handling
Flexibility to travel (~30%) and engage with customers across the UK and beyond
If you’re looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with real-world impact, and be part of a genuinely innovative, growing team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.
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