Sunday, October 26, 2025
ZEISS Group

Application Specialist (Microscopes)

Posted: 4 days ago

Job Description

ZEISS is technology and innovation. Founded in Germany in 1846, we’re an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries generating more than 10.8 billion Euros in revenue with around 46,000 employees across 50 countries around the globe.As a company wholly owned by a foundation, ZEISS is rooted in and committed to responsibility in all its activities. Therefore, 15% of revenue is currently invested in science and R&D. As the pioneer of scientific optics, we continue to challenge the limits of human imagination. With our passion for excellence we create value for our customers and inspire the world to see in new ways. We’re looking for an Application Specialist to join us in Zurich.Your RoleThe role of Application Specialist will involve:Conducting product training courses in the areas of MCS (neuro, spine, ENT, P&R, dental) and related consumables and accompanying customers in the operating room during surgery, as well as providing refresher trainingPreparing and conducting internal training sessionsProviding technical support and clarifying application-related questionsSupporting the commissioning of systemsSupporting customer demonstrations through training or operational support at the customer's site (planning, preparation, and implementation)Carrying out briefings in accordance with the Medical Devices Act for new deliveriesConducting follow-up training and operational support at the customer's premisesSupporting customer workshopsAttending trade fairs as requiredServing as a permanent contact person for customers with application questions (after-sales support)Developing new training conceptsTraining and instruction of ZEISS employees in the use of products (SSC)Organization and implementation of internal workshops (SSC)Support with product launchesTechnical clarifications and support with technical issues, such as public tenders, complex device configurations, etc.Your ExperienceCommercial, clinical specialist, or medical-technical trainingAt least 2 years of experience in supporting medical consumables and devices for the operating room, ideally in one of the relevant clinical areasLanguages: German, French, English are essential (ideally Italian)Strong customer focusGood intuition for customers and situational responsiveness, strong social skills and communication abilitiesIndependent, structured, and self-reliant approach to workGood degree of initiative and flexibility, willingness to travelStrong organizational and communication skillsAbility to present and explain complex processes in a simple mannerWillingness to work irregular hours (in exceptional cases on weekends). Willingness to travel throughout SwitzerlandTechnical and digital mindsetApply now to take the next step in joining ZEISS, where you can push technological boundaries, shape markets and contribute to the advancement of society.Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:Hayley Lem_______________________________________________________________________________Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual orientation and identity.

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