ABOUT US:
Volta Labs is building a suite of genomics applications for our first-of-its-kind digital fluidics sample prep automation platform. Our technology will remove the need for laborious sample setup, provide a technology-agnostic suite, and shorten sample processing time from hours to seconds. We believe our tech is the next step in unlocking the hospital of the future and will accelerate medical research by decades.
THE TEAM:
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.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Strategy, and working closely with Product Management, Engineering & Applications Development and Marketing, the Technical Support Scientist/Manager will provide technical training and support for early adopters of Volta’s platform and participate in the development of technical documentation and marketing materials and support infrastructure. Volta is building a suite of genomics applications for its disruptive digital fluidics sample prep automation platform. We are seeking an energetic and self-motivated individual with a comprehensive knowledge of genomics sample prep applications and sequencing technologies and a proven track record of providing desk and/or field-based technical support for a relevant product portfolio.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide desk- and field-based pre- and post-sales support for Volta customers, including phone and email support, customer discussions and visits, seminars, and on-site training and support.
- Use expertise and past experience to educate customers on Volta products and protocols and respond to technical inquires.
- Apply systematic problem-solving approaches to troubleshoot and overcome technical issues.
- Manage early access program and customer collaborations, including demo lab and customer deployments. As such, responsible for collaborative planning and experimental design, instrument IQ/OQ/PQ, user training, monitoring and providing support during execution of experimental plan, collation of raw data and results, collaborative data analysis, organization and presentation of results.
- Participate in the development of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and documentation, User Manuals for Volta instruments and Applications, and other of technical documentation.
- Develop technical training materials and tools (such as troubleshooting guides, calculators, FAQs) for new products (instrumentation and Applications) and present internal and customer training.
- Develop and manage Volta’s technical support knowledge base.
- Participate in the development of Volta’s technical support infrastructure, including systems for phone and email support, ticket management, and integration with CRM.
- Generate Application data (experimental design and execution and data analysis) in collaboration with Product Management, Marketing, and the Application Development teams.
- Work with customers, Product Management and Marketing to convert the outputs from customer collaborations and internal projects into manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, Application Notes, technical website content, customer-facing presentations, and other collateral.
- Maintain a high level of scientific and technical expertise through familiarity with scientific literature, attending conferences, and keeping up to date with latest technology developments. - - - You will be a resource and technical expert for both customers and internal teams.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD (preferred) or Master’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a closely related discipline and co-authorship of peer-reviewed scientific publications.
- 3+ years’ relevant industry experience in a customer-facing role (Technical or Field Applications Support).
- Proven track record of scientific collaborations with customers, including KOLs.
- Experience with automated liquid handlers used in genomics workflows is highly recommended.
- Very strong technical proficiency in NGS technologies, workflows and performance metrics, particularly sample preparation (biological sample to sequencing-ready library) protocols and chemistries.
- Very strong customer focus.
- Ability to build and maintain trust and relationships with customers at all levels (from senior leaders to laboratory technicians and students).
- Very efficient and creative at problem solving, troubleshooting and overcoming technical challenges.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Ability to present technical material and data and report on progress and in succinct and relevant ways to different audiences/for different purposes.
- Examples of prior work will be requested during the interview process.
- Experienced at experimental design, as well as data analysis and interpretation. Good working knowledge of key pre-analytical and sequencing metrics for different workflows is a must. - Experience in bioinformatics and statistical analysis is highly recommended.
- Highly collaborative and able to work well within multidisciplinary teams.
- Self-motivated and highly organized, ability to multitask.
- Thrives in a fast-paced team environment, proactive team player who thinks ahead, plans, and focuses on solutions rather than problems.
- Continuous learner with a growth mindset.
- Embraces Volta’s Operating Principles.
- Ability to travel up to 40% of time.
The level of this position (Scientist/Manager) will be determined by the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Please do not apply if you don't have a strong technical background in NGS and at least 3 year's experience in a technical/field support role in a genomics/sequencing company.
This is a full-time position that requires a significant amount of in-person work and collaboration onsite at our Seaport Office in Boston, MA. If you are unable to relocate or commute to the Boston MA area, this role won't be a match.
Our Benefits and Perks:
Robust Equity Program, to build future wealth through stock options with high growth potential
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage, including Medical, Dental, & Vision
HSA, FSA, and Sponsored Commuter Benefit Plans
Access to Our 401K Plan, to save for your future
12 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off, because we understand the importance of time off for rest and adventure
11 Paid Holidays
Twice Weekly Company Lunches, office snacks, beverages, & treats
Monthly Team Happy Hours and regular team outings
We are an equal opportunity employer and foster diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, and we actively seek out and value diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself positively contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of bio-automation!
