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Facility: Sales
Location: Chicago, IL, US
About the Department
Novo Nordisk Pharmatech A/S is globally headquartered in Køge, Denmark, has 200 employees and is 100% owned by Novo Nordisk A/S. Our US affiliate is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. At Novo Nordisk Pharmatech, we strive to improve pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing by producing and delivering products of the highest quality for both up and downstream processing within these industries. This combined with our complete range of regulatory services, makes us a preferred supplier to global pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies. We are a growing company, with a passion for being the best supplier for quality ingredients, which will provide many exciting projects in the future and good development and career opportunities. Are you ready to realize your potential?
The Position
The Field Application Specialist (FAS) is an important new role in the Sales team of Novo Nordisk Pharmatech. The FAS will act together with our US Sales representatives helping to build a closer relation to our customers and help us launch new enzymatic products in the market in coming years.
At Novo Nordisk Pharmatech, we develop high-quality pharmaceutical ingredients that enable the production of life-changing medicines worldwide. As demand for innovative biologics continues to grow, so does the need for trusted scientific partners who can bridge deep technical expertise with commercial impact.
We’re looking for a Field Application Specialist to become a strategic technical partner to our customers and commercial teams. In this role, you will help shape how leading biopharmaceutical companies adopt and apply our recombinant insulin and enzyme technologies, enabling successful implementation while contributing directly to the growth of our business.
If you thrive in customer-facing scientific roles, enjoy influencing strategic decisions, and are motivated by creating value through collaboration, this could be your next career opportunity.
Relationship
Reports to the Associate Director of Strategic Marketing in Novo Nordisk Pharmatech Denmark. Close collaboration with US Sales Representative, Strategic Marketing and Global Sales dept. Interacts with customers of Novo Nordisk Pharmatech (Pfizer, Amgen, Lonza, Bayer, Fujifilm)
Essential Functions
As our US-based Field Application Specialist, you will be a key contributor to Novo Nordisk Pharmatech’s commercial success across the region. Acting as the scientific voice in customer engagements, you will combine technical excellence with commercial insight to strengthen strategic customer relationships, accelerate product adoption, and translate customer needs into opportunities for innovation.
Rather than simply supporting existing applications, you will help define future opportunities by connecting customer insights, market trends and scientific knowledge across the organisation. The FAS will act together with our US Sales representatives helping to build a closer relation to our customers and help us launch new enzymatic products in the market in coming years.
Main tasks:
- Jointly drive account growth together with Account Managers forming high impact account teams
- Jointly work on progressing key opportunities
- Build network within customers
- Help build a strong value proposition for customer meetings
- Prepare and help execute on product launches
- Responsibility for managing customer product testing (design of test protocols, ongoing communication with customers, trouble shooting, provide material to help customers prove business case)
- Support existing customers, with trouble shooting, documentation (regulatory) support on customer pre-screening Trypsin/DisoNNex (evaluate if new lead companies represent a sustainable business opportunity)
- Gather market and feedback input from market in a systematic way (by participating in conferences, customer meeting, literature search)
Secondary tasks:
- Manage customer testing activities for products not yet released in the market
- Sales training (train new sales rep, (with the support of Strategic Marketing)
- Creation of technical marketing content in collaboration with Product owner. (Writing application note, visual conceptualization of selling points)
- Conference presentation of application data
Physical Requirements
This position can be based anywhere in the United States (remotely-based). Approximately 30% overnight travel with valid drivers license.
Qualifications
- Bachelors required, MSc or PhD in biology, cell biology or similar preferred
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Field Application Specialist preferred, preferably in a commercial function or similar position in a Pharma/Pharma tech company
- 5+ years’ experience with cell culture media and bioprocessing, possible lab experience
- As a customer facing profile, high integrity
- Proficiency in troubleshooting
- Ability to analyze and solve challenges
The base compensation range for this position is $99,000 to $140,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.
The job posting is anticipated to close on August 4th, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on our careers website.
Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.
Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Field Application Specialist - Cell and Bioprocessing
Facility: Sales
Location: Chicago, IL, US
About the Department
Novo Nordisk Pharmatech A/S is globally headquartered in Køge, Denmark, has 200 employees and is 100% owned by Novo Nordisk A/S. Our US affiliate is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. At Novo Nordisk Pharmatech, we strive to improve pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing by producing and delivering products of the highest quality for both up and downstream processing within these industries. This combined with our complete range of regulatory services, makes us a preferred supplier to global pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies. We are a growing company, with a passion for being the best supplier for quality ingredients, which will provide many exciting projects in the future and good development and career opportunities. Are you ready to realize your potential?
The Position
The Field Application Specialist (FAS) is an important new role in the Sales team of Novo Nordisk Pharmatech. The FAS will act together with our US Sales representatives helping to build a closer relation to our customers and help us launch new enzymatic products in the market in coming years.
At Novo Nordisk Pharmatech, we develop high-quality pharmaceutical ingredients that enable the production of life-changing medicines worldwide. As demand for innovative biologics continues to grow, so does the need for trusted scientific partners who can bridge deep technical expertise with commercial impact.
We’re looking for a Field Application Specialist to become a strategic technical partner to our customers and commercial teams. In this role, you will help shape how leading biopharmaceutical companies adopt and apply our recombinant insulin and enzyme technologies, enabling successful implementation while contributing directly to the growth of our business.
If you thrive in customer-facing scientific roles, enjoy influencing strategic decisions, and are motivated by creating value through collaboration, this could be your next career opportunity.
Relationship
Reports to the Associate Director of Strategic Marketing in Novo Nordisk Pharmatech Denmark. Close collaboration with US Sales Representative, Strategic Marketing and Global Sales dept. Interacts with customers of Novo Nordisk Pharmatech (Pfizer, Amgen, Lonza, Bayer, Fujifilm)
Essential Functions
As our US-based Field Application Specialist, you will be a key contributor to Novo Nordisk Pharmatech’s commercial success across the region. Acting as the scientific voice in customer engagements, you will combine technical excellence with commercial insight to strengthen strategic customer relationships, accelerate product adoption, and translate customer needs into opportunities for innovation.
Rather than simply supporting existing applications, you will help define future opportunities by connecting customer insights, market trends and scientific knowledge across the organisation. The FAS will act together with our US Sales representatives helping to build a closer relation to our customers and help us launch new enzymatic products in the market in coming years.
Main tasks:
- Jointly drive account growth together with Account Managers forming high impact account teams
- Jointly work on progressing key opportunities
- Build network within customers
- Help build a strong value proposition for customer meetings
- Prepare and help execute on product launches
- Responsibility for managing customer product testing (design of test protocols, ongoing communication with customers, trouble shooting, provide material to help customers prove business case)
- Support existing customers, with trouble shooting, documentation (regulatory) support on customer pre-screening Trypsin/DisoNNex (evaluate if new lead companies represent a sustainable business opportunity)
- Gather market and feedback input from market in a systematic way (by participating in conferences, customer meeting, literature search)
Secondary tasks:
- Manage customer testing activities for products not yet released in the market
- Sales training (train new sales rep, (with the support of Strategic Marketing)
- Creation of technical marketing content in collaboration with Product owner. (Writing application note, visual conceptualization of selling points)
- Conference presentation of application data
Physical Requirements
This position can be based anywhere in the United States (remotely-based). Approximately 30% overnight travel with valid drivers license.
Qualifications
- Bachelors required, MSc or PhD in biology, cell biology or similar preferred
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Field Application Specialist preferred, preferably in a commercial function or similar position in a Pharma/Pharma tech company
- 5+ years’ experience with cell culture media and bioprocessing, possible lab experience
- As a customer facing profile, high integrity
- Proficiency in troubleshooting
- Ability to analyze and solve challenges
The base compensation range for this position is $99,000 to $140,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.
The job posting is anticipated to close on August 4th, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on our careers website.
Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.
Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Field Application Specialist
Document your technical specialization before applying
Field Application Specialists often qualify under EB-2 when their role requires an advanced degree in engineering, chemistry, or a related field. Gather transcripts, degree evaluations, and employer letters that tie your specific technical domain to the job duties before your first interview.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL's OFLC Wage Search to verify that a prospective employer has filed PERM applications for Field Application Specialist or closely related titles. Companies with consistent PERM activity already have immigration counsel and an internal process, which shortens your sponsorship timeline significantly.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers by industry
Life sciences, semiconductor, and test-and-measurement companies sponsor this role far more frequently than general IT employers. Migrate Mate lets you filter green card sponsoring employers by industry vertical, so you spend time on companies already set up to file PERM for your specific technical niche.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier during offer negotiations
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job zone. Field Application Specialists typically fall in Wage Level II or III. Ask your hiring manager which level they intend to certify before signing an offer, since a Level I designation can slow or block PERM certification.
Separate your EB-3 and H-1B timelines when planning
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship has no annual lottery, but final green card availability depends on your birth country and priority date. Your employer can file PERM and the I-140 petition while you remain on H-1B status, letting both processes run concurrently and preserving your place in the queue.
Verify your O*NET job zone before the PERM audit stage
PERM filings for Field Application Specialist are occasionally audited because the role spans technical and commercial duties. Confirm your job duties align with the O*NET profile for this occupation, specifically the requirement for at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or scientific field, before your employer submits the application.
Green Card Field Application Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Field Application Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply, depending on the employer's minimum requirements. If the position requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of specialized experience, EB-2 is the appropriate category. Roles requiring only a bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, or a related technical field typically qualify under EB-3. Your employer's attorney determines the category based on the actual job requirements, not your personal credentials.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 new approvals per year and subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based EB-3 sponsorship has no annual cap on petitions filed, though visa number availability varies by birth country. PERM leads to permanent residency, not a renewable temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone currently averages over a year at DOL, compared to weeks or months for an H-1B petition.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Field Application Specialist positions?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface companies with active green card sponsorship history for technical roles like Field Application Specialist. Rather than manually searching DOL disclosure data, you can filter by role, industry, and sponsorship type to identify employers who have already navigated the PERM process for this occupation. Life sciences, semiconductor, and industrial automation sectors show the highest sponsorship frequency for this title.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Field Application Specialist?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-mandated recruitment campaign, advertise the position at the prevailing wage, and document that no qualified U.S. worker was available. For Field Application Specialist roles, this typically includes newspaper ads, job postings, and internal notices over a 30-day period. After certification, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Once a visa number is available for your birth country, you file for adjustment of status or apply at a consulate abroad.
Can I change employers during the PERM or I-140 process without losing my place in line?
You can port an approved I-140 to a new employer if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Changing jobs before I-140 approval generally restarts the PERM process with the new employer. USCIS evaluates portability requests case by case, so coordinating the timing of any job change with your immigration attorney is critical.