Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced test and measurement instruments and in control electronics for quantum computing. Our products are used in many challenging research fields by scientists all over the world and by leading high-tech companies worldwide. We help advance science and build the next generation of quantum computers.
As an Application Scientist, you will be part of our marketing and sales team in Boston. With the opportunity to apply your technical expertise to solve new technical challenges, you will be making a significant contribution to the success of our fast-growing company. This is a great chance to transition directly from an academic path into a role within a dynamic company environment that allows you to stay at the cutting edge of technology.
Your responsibilities
- Provide expert application support to customers across the US working with ZI's T&M instruments (lock-in amplifiers, impedance analyzers, AWGs)
- Conduct onsite system integration, demos, and training at customer laboratories
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships to support sales growth and customer retention
- Represent Zurich Instruments at trade shows, conferences, and academic events across the US
- Collaborate with the global sales and product teams to relay customer feedback and application insights
- Produce technical content including application notes, presentations, product documentation, and demo videos
- Actively develop your commercial skills in a role that blends deep technical work with customer-facing impact
Your profile
- PhD or Master's in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related experimental science with hands-on lab experience
- Solid practical experience with dynamic signal measurement — familiarity with lock-in detection, impedance spectroscopy, or waveform generation is a strong plus
- Comfortable with scientific programming, ideally Python, for instrument control and data analysis
- Strong communicator who can explain complex technical concepts clearly to both academic and industrial audiences
- Customer-oriented mindset with a genuine interest in building relationships and developing commercial skills
- Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working independently across a large territory
Skills Required
- PhD or Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related experimental science
- Hands-on laboratory experience
- Practical experience with dynamic signal measurement
- Familiarity with lock-in detection, impedance spectroscopy, or waveform generation
- Scientific programming experience, ideally with Python, for instrument control and data analysis
- Ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to academic and industrial audiences
- Customer-oriented mindset and interest in building relationships and developing commercial skills
- Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently across a large territory
What We Do
Zurich Instruments develops and manufactures advanced products for Quantum Computing and Periodic Signal Measurement. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, with subsidiaries and offices in Germany, Japan, USA, South Korea, France, and China, we are committed to providing high-quality instrumentation and direct support to our international customers, scientists, and technologists who are dedicated to measuring complex phenomena using our instruments. Our product range includes: - Quantum computing control systems - Lock-in amplifiers - Arbitrary waveform generators - Impedance analyzers - Phase-locked loops - Digitizers - Boxcar averagers Our team comprises individuals who are passionate about technology and work together with a collaborative and innovative approach. As part of the Rohde & Schwarz family, we are a high-end instrumentation company with steady growth and we're always looking for talented individuals who thrive on challenges and want to shape the future of technology alongside us!
