Application Scientist Optics and Photonics (80-100%)

Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced test and measurement instruments and in control electronics for quantum computing. Since the beginning, we have worked together with our customers and partners to advance the frontiers of science.

Today we are supporting a large community of users to leverage our products for their research in many challenging research fields. To develop further our customer base, ensure their success and to pursue new activities in the EMEA region, we are looking to grow our team of Application Scientists in Munich or Zurich.

In this role, you will work closely with our users by assuming an active, technical involvement in our sales and business development activities. You will engage with existing and prospective accounts, learn about both our market and customers and contribute to our mutual success.

You will be part of our application scientist team and work in a diverse and international high-tech environment where personal development and team spirit form the basis of our success. Flexible working conditions and an open and transparent company culture make it enjoyable to work with us. Company-wide cooperation and distributed decision-making allow you to take responsibility and generate substantial impact with your own ideas from the start. You will be able to contribute to our company’s strategy, goals, and success from the first day.

A motivated and friendly team is looking forward to your application!

Your responsibilities

• Build and expand relationships with customers to drive our business in the test & measurements segment with a focus on optics and photonics.
• Provide application-specific customer support, including on-site test measurements and system integration.
• Proactively identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities – from market analysis and initial outreach to demonstrating technical feasibility.
• Collaborate with product management to align business opportunities with product development.
• Represent Zurich Instruments at major trade shows and networking events, generating leads and building visibility.
• Create and contribute to technical content to create visibility of proven solutions.

Your profile

• Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a similar field, with a focus on optics and photonics.
• Experience in business development and sales or strong interest to develop in those areas.
• Broad instrumentation and signal processing knowledge applicable to lock-in amplifiers, PIDs and AWGs with practical scientific lab experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills; fluency in English is a must.
• Team player with an entrepreneurial mindset for the high-tech sector.
• Willingness to travel internationally 30-40%.