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# Applications Engineer

- **Company:** VRS
- **Location:** UK
- **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Data Processing, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.vrsrecruitment.com/job/5481/9535DT-Applications-Engineer

## About the Role

Are you an experienced Electron Microscopy Scientist or Post-doc seeking a dynamic customer-facing role?, * PhD in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Physics, Biology, Materials Science, Engineering or similar)

 * Strong hands-on experience with multiple electron microscopy technologies (TEM, SEM, STEM, FIB-SEM) - experience with 4D-STEM is highly desirable
 * Experience with Python and image/data processing workflows is desirable
 * A problem-solving mindset with the ability to apply complex techniques in practical settings - experience with instrument/application troubleshooting is beneficial
 * Confident communication skills
 * Solid understanding of imaging workflows, analysis software and data handling
 * Flexibility to travel (~30%) and engage with customers across the UK and beyond

If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with real-world impact, and be part of a genuinely innovative, growing team, we'd love to hear from you.

## Description

* Acting as the technical bridge between customers and internal R&D teams
 * Supporting installations, configuration and troubleshooting of advanced microscopy software
 * Delivering product demonstrations, training sessions and workshops (remote and on-site)
 * Working closely with customers to understand workflows and recommend optimised solutions
 * Feeding back insights to support product development and new feature design
 * Supporting pre-sales activities with technical expertise
 * Contributing to technical documentation and testing of new software releases
 * Representing the business at conferences, workshops and industry events