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Field Application Engineer roles sit at the intersection of deep technical knowledge and customer-facing consulting, making them strong candidates for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers in semiconductors, industrial automation, and test-and-measurement regularly file I-140 petitions for FAEs with specialized engineering degrees. Finding the right sponsoring employer is the first step.
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Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
Field Application Scientist, Cell Therapy
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific and help customers advance the development and manufacture of life-saving cell therapies. As a Field Application Scientist, you will provide pre-sales and post-sales scientific support, application training, and workflow guidance throughout the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing use of our Cell Therapy instrumentation. You will build trusted relationships with academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and CDMO customers and collaborate across commercial and technical teams to support customer success and technology adoption.
Territory
This position supports customers throughout the Eastern United States, with primary responsibility across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Approximately 50% travel is required. The ideal candidate will reside near a major airport in the Boston or Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Support & Scientific Expertise
- Deliver pre-sales and post-sales application support, customer training, instrument demonstrations, workflow consultations, and troubleshooting through onsite and remote support.
- Serve as a primary scientific application resource for assigned customers, helping optimize workflows and resolve moderately complex challenges while partnering with internal experts, Technical Support, and Service on more complex issues.
- Build long-term customer relationships that promote satisfaction, loyalty, and successful product adoption.
Commercial Partnership
- Partner with Sales and Business Development to support customer evaluations, demonstrations, technical discussions, seminars, and strategic account activities.
- Contribute to successful commercial outcomes through scientific expertise and customer engagement.
Scientific Engagement & Education
- Build relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and scientific collaborators, and represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at conferences, workshops, and customer events.
- Deliver scientific presentations, product seminars, and educational programs for customers and internal teams.
- Stay current on scientific trends, competitive technologies, and advances in cell therapy.
Voice of Customer & Cross-functional Collaboration
- Communicate customer feedback, application insights, unmet needs, and field observations to Product Management, R&D, Marketing, and Commercial Leadership to inform product improvements and market opportunities.
- Support new product introductions through customer feedback and product performance evaluation.
- Collaborate with Global Technical Training teams to develop and share best practices.
- Deliver technical and scientific training to internal commercial teams.
- Provide application training and onboarding support to new FAS colleagues.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Stem Cell Biology, Microbiology, or a related life science discipline.
- Two or more years of hands-on experience in cell therapy, immunology, stem cell biology, cell biology, or related applications.
- Experience operating or supporting complex laboratory instrumentation.
- Strong scientific troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to work remotely from a home office.
- Willingness to travel approximately 70%.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in Cell Biology, Immunology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience supporting commercial cell therapy manufacturing or process development workflows.
- Experience in a customer-facing scientific role such as Field Application Scientist, Applications Specialist, Process Development Scientist, or Technical Support Scientist.
- Experience working within GMP or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Hands-on experience with one or more Thermo Fisher Scientific Cell Therapy platforms, including Rotea, DynaCellect, Xenon and Compleo or comparable automated cell processing technologies.
- Knowledge of cell therapy workflows, including cell isolation, activation, washing, concentration, formulation, expansion, and closed-system processing.
- Hands-on experience with bioreactor-based cell culture, cell expansion at scale, and troubleshooting cell growth, viability, and process performance.
Success in This Role
Successful Field Application Scientists demonstrate:
- A passion for helping customers succeed through scientific expertise.
- The ability to build trusted relationships with customers and internal partners.
- Strong technical and scientific communication skills.
- Sound judgment and effective problem-solving in complex customer environments.
- Curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous learning.
- A proactive approach to identifying customer needs and sharing insights that inform product improvements.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $67,400.00–$101,150.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
Field Application Scientist, Cell Therapy
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific and help customers advance the development and manufacture of life-saving cell therapies. As a Field Application Scientist, you will provide pre-sales and post-sales scientific support, application training, and workflow guidance throughout the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing use of our Cell Therapy instrumentation. You will build trusted relationships with academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and CDMO customers and collaborate across commercial and technical teams to support customer success and technology adoption.
Territory
This position supports customers throughout the Eastern United States, with primary responsibility across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Approximately 50% travel is required. The ideal candidate will reside near a major airport in the Boston or Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Support & Scientific Expertise
- Deliver pre-sales and post-sales application support, customer training, instrument demonstrations, workflow consultations, and troubleshooting through onsite and remote support.
- Serve as a primary scientific application resource for assigned customers, helping optimize workflows and resolve moderately complex challenges while partnering with internal experts, Technical Support, and Service on more complex issues.
- Build long-term customer relationships that promote satisfaction, loyalty, and successful product adoption.
Commercial Partnership
- Partner with Sales and Business Development to support customer evaluations, demonstrations, technical discussions, seminars, and strategic account activities.
- Contribute to successful commercial outcomes through scientific expertise and customer engagement.
Scientific Engagement & Education
- Build relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and scientific collaborators, and represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at conferences, workshops, and customer events.
- Deliver scientific presentations, product seminars, and educational programs for customers and internal teams.
- Stay current on scientific trends, competitive technologies, and advances in cell therapy.
Voice of Customer & Cross-functional Collaboration
- Communicate customer feedback, application insights, unmet needs, and field observations to Product Management, R&D, Marketing, and Commercial Leadership to inform product improvements and market opportunities.
- Support new product introductions through customer feedback and product performance evaluation.
- Collaborate with Global Technical Training teams to develop and share best practices.
- Deliver technical and scientific training to internal commercial teams.
- Provide application training and onboarding support to new FAS colleagues.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Stem Cell Biology, Microbiology, or a related life science discipline.
- Two or more years of hands-on experience in cell therapy, immunology, stem cell biology, cell biology, or related applications.
- Experience operating or supporting complex laboratory instrumentation.
- Strong scientific troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to work remotely from a home office.
- Willingness to travel approximately 70%.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in Cell Biology, Immunology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience supporting commercial cell therapy manufacturing or process development workflows.
- Experience in a customer-facing scientific role such as Field Application Scientist, Applications Specialist, Process Development Scientist, or Technical Support Scientist.
- Experience working within GMP or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Hands-on experience with one or more Thermo Fisher Scientific Cell Therapy platforms, including Rotea, DynaCellect, Xenon and Compleo or comparable automated cell processing technologies.
- Knowledge of cell therapy workflows, including cell isolation, activation, washing, concentration, formulation, expansion, and closed-system processing.
- Hands-on experience with bioreactor-based cell culture, cell expansion at scale, and troubleshooting cell growth, viability, and process performance.
Success in This Role
Successful Field Application Scientists demonstrate:
- A passion for helping customers succeed through scientific expertise.
- The ability to build trusted relationships with customers and internal partners.
- Strong technical and scientific communication skills.
- Sound judgment and effective problem-solving in complex customer environments.
- Curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous learning.
- A proactive approach to identifying customer needs and sharing insights that inform product improvements.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $67,400.00–$101,150.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Field Application Engineer
Document your specialty occupation evidence early
Gather transcripts, employer letters, and project records that connect your electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering degree to FAE duties. PERM audits frequently target roles where the degree-to-job link isn't spelled out explicitly in your file.
Target companies with active PERM filing history
Prioritize employers in semiconductors, industrial automation, and test-and-measurement who have filed PERM applications for engineering roles before. Past filings signal an established process and dedicated HR resources for green card cases.
Search sponsoring FAE roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Field Application Engineer postings by employers with green card sponsorship history. Searching this way cuts out roles where sponsorship is listed as possible but rarely executed.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 classification with your offer
FAE roles requiring a master's degree or documented specialized expertise often qualify for EB-2, shortening wait times for many nationalities. Ask the hiring team which category their PERM attorney intends to file under before accepting an offer.
Understand the prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer must certify your wage meets DOL prevailing wage levels for your specific FAE job duties and worksite location. Look up your wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you understand the floor the employer must meet.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment documentation window
PERM requires your employer to run a documented recruitment campaign showing no qualified U.S. workers are available. This process typically takes six to twelve months before DOL certifies the application, so factor that timeline into your job-change planning.
Green Card Field Application Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Field Application Engineer role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
It depends on the employer's job requirements. If the posting requires a master's degree or equivalent specialized expertise, the role can qualify for EB-2. If a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering is the stated minimum, EB-3 is the more common filing category. Your employer's immigration attorney makes the final determination based on the actual duties and minimum requirements documented in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for FAE roles?
H-1B visa grants temporary work authorization and is subject to the annual lottery, capping new petitions each fiscal year. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before the I-140 petition is even filed, whereas an approved H-1B petition starts your work authorization much faster.
Which industries sponsor FAEs for green cards most frequently?
Semiconductor manufacturers, industrial automation companies, and test-and-measurement equipment firms are the most consistent sponsors for Field Application Engineer roles. These companies depend on engineers with deep product knowledge who can support long sales and integration cycles, making them more likely to invest in permanent sponsorship rather than cycling through temporary visa renewals.
How can I find Field Application Engineer jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to filter FAE postings by employers with a documented green card sponsorship history. Many job postings mention sponsorship availability without distinguishing between H-1B and PERM, so searching through a platform that surfaces employers who have actually filed PERM applications saves significant time screening roles that won't lead to permanent residency.
Can I switch FAE employers after my PERM is filed but before I get my green card?
You can change employers, but the PERM certification and I-140 petition are tied to your sponsoring employer. If you leave before the I-140 is approved, you generally have to restart the PERM process with the new company. Once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days and you're in adjustment of status, AC21 portability may allow you to move to a same-or-similar role without losing your priority date.