Principal Research and Development Scientist – Advanced Staining Reagents

Principal Research and Development Scientist – Advanced Staining Reagents

At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher’s operating companies, our work saves lives and we are united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. As a global leader in cancer diagnostics, we empower clinicians with reliable solutions that give patients timely, accurate answers. Join a passionate team that turns anxiety into answers and accelerates life‑changing therapies.

• Make technical recommendations that contribute to the future strategy and work with internal and external stakeholders to develop ideas toward potential future development projects.
• Be instrumental in the set‑up and running of the Companion Diagnostics projects and provide clear guidance over possible path forwards.
• Provide guidance and best practice for engaging with Pharma partners and managing the partners.
• Review and approve technical project outputs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship across the department for all projects as required.

• Significant R&D experience in immunohistochemistry, histopathology, chemistry, pathology imaging staining.
• Experience in working to develop Companion Diagnostics products, ideally within an R&D environment.
• Experience in working with and managing expectations of external stakeholders including Pharma.
• Experience working within the FDA and BSI regulatory environment.
• Ability to develop competence in others by serving as a technical mentor to the broader R&D team.

• Troubleshooting complex scientific/technical problems.
• Generation of a wide professional network.
• Managing aspects of technical project work.

Location:

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Employment type:

Full‑time