NIKON Job Opportunity-Senior Biosystems Applications Manager (Midwest US)

[Steve Ross]

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*WORK FOR A GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED WORLD LEADER!*

If you're looking to join a company with a dynamic vision for the future,
set your sights on a challenging career with Nikon Instruments Inc.
Recognized among America's ten most respected brands, our products
continually set new standards in each of their respective industries.

Nikon Instruments Inc. is a world-renowned company that provides cutting
edge technologies for optical instrumentation.  We offer a creative and
national working environment with highly motivated colleagues, team spirit,
and excellent working conditions with comprehensive benefits and ongoing
professional development opportunities.

We are currently looking for a *Sr. Manager; Biosystems Applications *for
the training of core microscopy, Imaging and Confocal products and
applications

*Key Responsibilites:*

·       Work with the Advanced BioSystems Core team to develop and provide
training programs for all microscopy, Imaging, and Confocal products with
emphasis on Nikon Advanced System solutions.

·       Endeavor to be the top communicators in Nikon instruments, bridging
the factory and product managers with the sales channels and end users.

·       Develop and disseminate Application Notes.

·       Support both the direct and dealer sales teams on key demos.

·       Provide the first tier of technical and application support to the
customers and sales representatives with respect to core microscopy
products.  Summarize and communicate these issues with product team.

·       Provide/suggest advanced application solutions for customers and
sales representatives.  Provide feedback to the team and all the sales reps
regarding these customer solutions.

·       Work with the dealers in your territory provide training and
support on imaging and microscope products and develop action plans to
raise the commitment level  for Nikon products and system solutions.

·       Assess the level of knowledge of imaging within the direct and
dealer sales force.  Provide feedback and develop action plans for
increasing the product and sales skills for the sales representatives in
your territory.

·       Attend courses, trade shows, and work with key researchers and
third party vendors to develop understanding and expertise regarding
advanced biological research and clinical applications that utilize our
products.

·       Work with and provide feedback to the Product group (>GMG,SCT,
NSST) for new technology and future product development directions.

·       Ability to provide basic software macro support for sales persons
and dealers.

·       Work with Software Department on identifying, designing, installing
and supporting custom applications.

·       Target “High Impact” researchers and develop relationships for
validation and evaluation.

·       Keep up to date on all competitor activities and help develop plans
to overcome competitive issues.



























*QUALIFICATIONS**:  *

·       Solid understating of both computer software, hardware and
networking applications.

·       Advanced Knowledge of Light Microscopy and Digital Imaging related
to advanced biological research

·       Must be proficient with Microsoft applications (e.g. Word, Excel an
PowerPoint)

·       Understanding and experience with advanced fluorescence, laser and
confocal microscope applications.

·       Experience in providing corporate training, technical support, and
education on highly technical equipment and/or scientific applications

·       Knowledge of some programming or macro languages a plus

·       Excellent presentation skills

·       Excellent communication skills

·       Be able to comprehend complex topics and present them in
understandable format.





All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability or
protected veteran status.

Please visit our website https://careers.nikoninstruments.com to apply.  If
you are unable to apply via that online system without reasonable
accommodation, please email [hidden email] to request that a reasonable
accommodation be made.