field application scientist ngs library prep netherlands
Join genomics applications company that has developed a cutting-edge sample prep system to improve performance, scalability, and consistency.
The client
volta labs
Volta Labs is an applications company that is revolutionizing the future of genomics. We are a Boston, USA based, venture-backed biotech startup making the extraction of vital information from biological samples as simple as pressing a button, through our flagship product Callisto.
Volta Labs has launched Callisto, the groundbreaking platform for NGS sample prep – and we’re now commercializing it globally. This is a pivotal moment for our company: we’re scaling rapidly, expanding into new markets, and building the team that will transform how genomics is done.
Joining Volta now means having a direct impact on bringing a first-in-class technology to scientists worldwide and shaping the future of genomics. You’ll join a team of innovative thinkers who love to experiment, collaborate, and win together. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of automation, biology, computing, robotics, design, and user experience to benefit our customers and the world.
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About this role
We’re looking for a Field Application Scientist to be the primary technical interface between Volta and our customers. As our first FAS in Europe, you will help establish Volta’s presence in the region, delivering training, workflow optimisation, and experimental support to ensure customers get the most out of our technology.
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Who are we looking for...
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Genomics, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows, including library prep, sample QC, sequencing platforms, and downstream analysis.
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting molecular biology protocols, sample prep challenges, and assay optimization.
- Experience in a customer-facing, lab-based role (e.g., applications scientist, field support, tech transfer).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; comfortable explaining complex topics to diverse audiences.
- Self-starter, able to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments and collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, product, sales, and operations.
- Ability to travel extensively and reliably (≥ 50%).
- Experience with sequencing platforms (Illumina, Oxford Nanopore, PacBio, etc.).
- Background in automation, robotics, or high-throughput laboratory workflows.
what you can expect...
- Serve as the primary technical interface for Volta customers in Europe, delivering training, experimental support, and workflow optimization to drive successful adoption of Callisto.
- Building strong customer relationships and gathering actionable feedback for R&D and Product teams.
- Develop and deliver technical training sessions (remote and on-site) across a spectrum of users, including bench scientists, operations, and bioinformatics teams.
- Optimize customer workflows and experimental design, providing hands-on support for sample prep, library prep, QC, and NGS protocols.
- Create technical documentation such as protocols, application notes, FAQs, and training materials to support adoption and reproducibility.
- Support demos, proof-of-concept studies, and pilot projects at customer sites and in-house; assist sales in technical discussions as needed.
- Serve as the primary technical lead for the Netherlands and neighbouring countries, driving customer success, adoption, and optimization across multiple sites.
