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　　Leica Biosystems is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Diagnostics Companies at Danaher. Together, we’re working at the pace of change to improve patient lives with diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges.

　　The Field Applications Specialist for Leica Biosystems is responsible for providing in-field technical applications support for our current and “next generation” range of automated instrumentation and reagents. Achieve Leica regional sales and profitability goals within assigned territory

　　This position is part of the Field Applications team located in Chicago and will be Field based/ fully remote. At Leica Biosystems, our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives.

　　You will be a part of the Field Applications team and report to the Field Applications Manager for your territory, and be responsible for taking care of the Core Histology customers in the Chicago area. If you thrive in a fast paced, customer facing role and want to work to build a world-class applications organization—read on.

　　In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

　　Support Leica in order of Region to achieve sales goals monthly, quarterly, and annually in the Instrumentation and Consumables of relevant product line.

　　Basic Installation, Evaluations, Qualification and Optimization for Instrumentation sold and evaluated in the region with supervision or mentorship/consult

　　Perform investigation of technical applications while working with Technical Service, Applications Technical Lead Applications Manager and Global Business Units

　　Response and documentation of PMDRs on instrumentation in conjunction to working with BU and Customer on appropriate response and follow up training necessary with supervision or mentorship/consult

　　Conduct in field post purchase applications support and training with customers

　　It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

　　Understanding of Product relevant Histology marketplace or a related discipline

　　1-3 years’ minimum Histology laboratory experience in clinical, research, or industrial setting

　　HT/HTL certification and/or an Associates or Bachelors in a related field

　　At Leica Biosystems we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Leica Biosystems can provide.

　　This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

　　We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

　　Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

　　When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System (https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) tools and the stability of a tested organization.

　　Given the essential job duties of this position, the employee is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and applicable law.

　　Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.The EEO posters are available here (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation. If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.