Life Science Imaging, Solutions Architect

Overview

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 your unique viewpoint matters. Harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Leica Biosystems is shaping the future of cancer diagnostics and transforming lives. Our mission is “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives.” We empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions to give patients timely, accurate answers. You’ll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers and support the acceleration of next-generation, life-changing therapies. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Life Science Imaging, Solutions Architect for Leica Biosystems provides in-field technical applications support for automated instrumentation and reagents and aims to achieve regional sales and profitability goals within the assigned territory. This position is field-based/fully remote. Our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives. You will be part of the Life Science team and report to the National Director and serve pathology customers in the Chicagoland area.

• Support market adoption of digital pathology slide scanners by delivering technical presentations, demonstrations, proof-of-concepts, and representing the company at customer engagements and scientific events.
• Deliver advanced pre- and post-sales application support and training for imaging systems and software, including troubleshooting, workflow optimization, installations, and scientific guidance to ensure customer success and retention.
• Engage in discovery calls to identify customer needs and translate scientific requirements into optimized product configurations and workflow solutions.
• Enable sales success by delivering scientific competitive comparisons, differentiated value messaging, and objection-handling insights that accelerate deal progression.
• Engage in scientific consultations, deliver hands-on training, translate complex concepts into actionable guidance, and collaborate cross-functionally to support customer success and product improvement.

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Biomedical Sciences, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with IHC/IF assays, tissue-based workflows, microscopy, or slide scanning technologies.
• Experience in Biotech, Pharma, CRO, or Academic research environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.

• Ability to travel regionally 50-70%, depending on territory.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

• Experience supporting digital pathology or research microscopy and software in a customer-facing role.
• Familiarity with spatial biology platforms, multiplex assays, or automated staining or imaging instrumentation workflows.
• Previous experience in Field Applications, Technical Support, or Sales Support roles.
• Knowledge of histology, antibody validation, and tissue handling best practices.

The position is eligible for a remote work arrangement. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Leica Biosystems can provide.

The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. 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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No amount of pay is considered to…