HR Business Partner

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Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives and we’re united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter, and by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Leica Biosystems is not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics – we’re transforming lives. Our mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” drives everything we do. As a global leader with a comprehensive portfolio from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers. When you join Leica Biosystems, you’re becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters in cancer.

You’ll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers and accelerate next‑generation, life‑changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse, collaborative community, you’ll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact.

The HR Business Partner will collaborate with leadership to implement and support people‑focused strategies, programs, and initiatives at the Richmond site. This role focuses on driving talent development, cultivating a strong leadership pipeline, improving organizational effectiveness, leading change management efforts, and advancing cultural transformation in alignment with the company’s strategic goals.

This position reports to the HR Director and is part of the HR team located in Richmond, IL. It is an on‑site role.

• Act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to assigned client groups by delivering expert guidance across key HR disciplines, including leadership coaching, employee relations, and organization effectiveness.
• Work closely with business leaders to identify and address performance challenges, enhance team dynamics, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Lead and execute critical HR initiatives across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, performance optimization, talent development, and employee engagement programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and a high‑performing workplace culture.
• Collaborate with business leaders to align workforce strategies with operational objectives, offering insights on organizational design, talent planning, and change management.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and promoting a respectful and inclusive workplace culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resource management or related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of HR experience in a fast‑paced environment; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Skilled in coaching, influencing and guiding supervisors and managers, fostering leadership growth, and aligning team performance with strategic business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to be innovative, flexible and adapt to the company’s evolving stages and needs within a complex and rapidly changing work environment.
• Fluency in the importance of maintaining confidentiality, and strong knowledge of HR laws and HR best practices.

Leica Biosystems offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

The annual salary range for this role is $90,000 – $110,000. This range is the range that we in good faith believe is the possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

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

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