Senior Field Application Specialist – Cell Therapy & Regulatory Markets
The role
The Senior Field Application Specialist – Cell Therapy & Regulatory Markets serves as a strategic scientific partner to leaders in the cell therapy, biopharmaceutical, and regulated research sectors (including CMOs and CDMOs). This is a high-impact, consultative role designed to empower customers as they navigate the critical transition from discovery to clinical manufacturing. Leveraging deep expertise in CAR-T workflows and GMP/GxP requirements, the Sr. FAS provides the technical bridge between high-performance CST products and the rigorous demands of a regulated environment. You will act as a trusted advisor on assay validation, quality standards, and regulatory documentation, ensuring our customers achieve successful implementation in both research and clinical manufacturing. Beyond technical support, you will be a key driver of commercial success, partnering with sales teams to identify high-value opportunities, influence product strategy, and exceed regional budgetary goals. You'll have the opportunity to...
What you bring to the team
- PhD or Master's in Cell Biology, Immunology, or equivalent
- 8+ years of experience working directly in or supporting GMP/GxP environments within the biopharmaceutical industry
- Hands-on experience in GMP/ GxP environments, including assay development, validation, or manufacturing support
- Deep technical knowledge of CAR-T cell manufacturing processes
- Strong understanding of regulatory expectations in clinical development
- Proven ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including scientists, QA/QC, and regulatory stakeholders
- Experience in an international business environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage deliverables and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills
- Excellent knowledge of English both in word and writing
- Prior sales experience and commercial mindset with demonstrated business acumen
- Prioritize travel frequently in the field to customers (>60%)
Physical Conditions/Physical Requirements
- Work environment is typically quiet for independent desk work and virtual meetings
- The ability to perform repetitive motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers
- The ability to extend hands and arms in any direction to access materials, equipment, or a keyboard
- The ability to sit for long periods of time (often more than 70% of the workday)
- The ability to view and read information from a computer monitor, reports, and documents
- Physically able to safely lift and carry 25 pounds to move, install, unpack PC equipment, office supplies, etc. as required
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for meetings, client visits, and company training (approx. 20–30%)