Field Service Technician Jobs in Virginia

A Field Service Technician in the biotechnology industry is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing biotechnological equipment at various sites. They provide onsite technical assistance, calibrate systems, perform inspections, and troubleshoot problems to ensure all equipment is in good working order. They also provide training and technical support to users, document service and installation activities, and assist with product upgrades and modifications. This role is vital for ensuring the smooth operation of biotechnology equipment, which contributes to the success of scientific research and medical procedures.

Important skills for this role include strong technical and mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Familiarity with biotechnological equipment and processes is a must. Certification in Biotechnical Equipment Technology or similar is often required, along with relevant experience. Prior to becoming a Field Service Technician, one might have roles such as Laboratory Assistant, where they gain experience with lab equipment, Biomedical Technician, where they become acquainted with various medical devices, or even a role as a Technical Support Specialist, providing a foundation in troubleshooting and customer service.

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Biological Technician, Senior Biologics Scientist

  • Culmen International
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago

About the Role Serve as Biologics Research SME for Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Center for Infectious Disease Research (CIDR). What You'll Do in Your New Role Support the safe...

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Lab Technician or Specialist

  • University of Virginia
  • University, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • University, VA
  • 4 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biology, biomedical sciences, or a related scientific field. Previous experience working in a biomedical research laboratory....

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Biomedical Technician I

  • Trimedx
  • Winchester, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 5 days ago

If you are wondering what makes TRIMEDX different, it's that all of our associates share in a common purpose of serving clients, patients, communities, and each other with equal measures of care...

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Lab Technician or Specialist

  • UVA Health
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in neuroscience, biology, biomedical sciences, or a related scientific field. Previous experience working in a biomedical research laboratory....

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Lab/Research Technician - Neuroscience and Anatomy

  • Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago

Biology, and Molecular Mechanisms of Neuropsychiatric Disorders....

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Lab/Research Technician - Neuroscience and Anatomy

  • State of Virginia
  • University, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • University, VA
  • 10 days ago

Biology, and Molecular Mechanisms of Neuropsychiatric Disorders....

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Lab/Research Technician - Pharmacology and Toxicology

  • Virginia Commonwealth University
  • University, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • University, VA
  • 11 days ago

Core Responsibilities: Preparing and maintaining brain slice or cell culture experiments, operating electrophysiology recording systems, and assisting with whole-cell patch clamp or extracellular recording...

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Biology Lab Assistant

  • Virginia Community College System
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 12 days ago

Duties and Tasks: Assisting in laboratory set-ups for biology, microbiology, anatomy & physiology and ENV. Storing equipment, models and supplies properly Keeping labs clean and organized....

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Research Technician - Viral Tools

  • Howard Hughes Medical Institute
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 13 days ago

What you'll do: Responsible for AAV, lenti, rabies, and baculovirus production using BSL2 cell culture and molecular biology techniques....

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TECHNICIAN, BIOMEDICAL III -Newport News, VA.

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 days ago

Intelas Position Title: BMET III Join Intelas, a Compass Healthcare company. Intelas, a Compass Healthcare company, delivers smarter asset management by blending expert service teams with...

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Lab Supervisor

  • The US Oncology Network
  • Winchester, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 14 days ago

Overview Job: Lab Supervisor Hours: Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (onsite) Pay Range: $85,000 - $105,000 yearly. The actual hiring rate may vary based on several factors,...

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Research Technician - Viral Tools

  • HHMI
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 15 days ago

What youll do: Responsible for AAV, lenti, rabies, and baculovirus production using BSL2 cell culture and molecular biology techniques....

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TECHNICIAN, BIOMEDICAL II -Newport News, VA

  • Compass Group
  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 days ago

Position Title: BMET III Join Intelas, a Compass Healthcare company. Intelas, a Compass Healthcare company, delivers smarter asset management by blending expert service teams with intelligent,...

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Lab Technician, Fins and Limbs Lab - Biology

  • UVA Health
  • University, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • University, VA
  • 17 days ago

This position is based in the Department of Biology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA....

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Lab Technician, Fins and Limbs Lab - Biology

  • University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 17 days ago

This position is based in the Department of Biology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA....

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Salary for Field Service Technician Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Field Service Technicians in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.5%
Master's Degree
23.7%
Doctorate Degree
12.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
High School or GED
2.9%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Field Service Technicians in Virginia
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%



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