Field Application Scientist Jobs in California

Field Application Scientist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in life sciences, genomics, diagnostics, and analytical instrumentation across entry-level through senior positions. The largest hiring activity is in San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Los Angeles, where companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Agilent Technologies, and Bio-Rad Laboratories maintain significant operations. The most sought-after specializations include next-generation sequencing, flow cytometry, and mass spectrometry applications. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles5+
Top employer10x Genomics
Top citySan Diego, CA
Cities hiring3
Work type60% Remote
Top industryBiotechnology

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10x Genomics
Field Application Scientist
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10x Genomics
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Field Application Scientist
10x Genomics
Pleasanton, California
Customer Success
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Customer Support
$120k - $163k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Miltenyi Biotec
Field Application Scientist
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Miltenyi Biotec
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Field Application Scientist
Miltenyi Biotec
San Francisco, California
Customer Success
Technical Product & Program Management
Sales
Consulting & Professional Services
$111k - $131k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Quantum-Si
Senior Field Application Scientist
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Quantum-Si
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Senior Field Application Scientist
Quantum-Si
San Diego, California
Customer Success
Sales
Marketing
$140k - $170k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Element Biosciences Inc
Senior Field Applications Scientist
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Element Biosciences Inc
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Senior Field Applications Scientist
Element Biosciences Inc
San Francisco, California
Customer Success
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
$118k - $144k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
201-500

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Veracyte, Inc.
Field Application Scientist (LIMS)
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Veracyte, Inc.
Added 2mo ago
Field Application Scientist (LIMS)
Veracyte, Inc.
San Diego, California
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
Associate's

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Field Application Scientist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
2 jobs
San Francisco
2 jobs
Pleasanton
1 jobs

Field Application Scientist Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • 10x Genomics
    10x Genomics1
  • Element Biosciences
    Element Biosciences1
  • Miltenyi Biotec
    Miltenyi Biotec1
  • Quantum-Si
    Quantum-Si1
  • Veracyte
    Veracyte1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
  • Science & Research2

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in field application scientist jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences, chemistry, biology, or a closely related field
  • Hands-on laboratory experience with the instrumentation or assay platforms the role supports
  • Ability to travel frequently within an assigned California territory to customer sites
  • Strong technical presentation and customer-facing communication skills for training and demos
  • Familiarity with California-based research institutions, biotech firms, or clinical laboratory environments
  • Experience troubleshooting complex scientific workflows and translating technical findings for diverse audiences

Field Application Scientist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a field application scientist in California?

Most field application scientist roles in California require a bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or a related life science, though many employers prefer a master's or PhD for specialized platforms. California does not require a state-issued license for this role. Hiring managers typically look for direct bench experience with relevant instrumentation, which you can build through graduate research, core facility work, or laboratory technician roles at California universities or biotech companies.

How much do field application scientists make in California?

Field application scientists in California earn a median of about $139,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,850 for the lowest 10% to over $213,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire field application scientists in California?

Employers hiring field application scientists in California right now include 10x Genomics, Element Biosciences, and Miltenyi Biotec, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense concentration of biotech, genomics, and diagnostics companies means openings appear continuously across both established instrument manufacturers and fast-growing life science startups.

Which California cities have the most field application scientist jobs?

San Diego, San Francisco, and Pleasanton have the most field application scientist openings in California. San Diego and the Bay Area drive the bulk of demand because of their deep concentrations of biotech headquarters, genomics firms, and academic medical centers, while Los Angeles contributes through its large hospital networks and pharmaceutical research operations.

Are there remote field application scientist jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. The role is fundamentally hands-on, requiring in-person instrument installations, customer training, and on-site troubleshooting, which limits how much can be done remotely. About 60% of field application scientist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate the remote component on pre-sales demonstrations or data analysis work rather than field support.

How can I get hired as a field application scientist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a laboratory technician or research associate role at a California biotech company or university core facility, where you build hands-on instrument experience that field application scientist roles require. Employers like Thermo Fisher Scientific and Agilent Technologies run structured new-graduate associate field scientist programs that pair candidates with senior staff. A strong publication record, core facility experience at a UC campus, or completion of manufacturer certification courses can also make a candidate without direct commercial experience competitive.

Where can I find and apply to field application scientist jobs in California?

You can find and apply to field application scientist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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