Field Applications Specialist - Core Histology - Kansas City, MO

Danaher•Kansas City, MO

12d•$100,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

Leica Biosystems is hiring a Field Applications Specialist to provide technical and applications expertise that supports customer success, instrument utilization, workflow optimization, and commercial growth across an assigned territory. The specialist works with Sales, Service, and Customer Support teams to help customers get value from Leica Biosystems automated instrumentation, reagents, and workflow solutions. The role is part of the Commercial Team and reports to the Field Applications Manager. It is field-based and supports Core Histology customers by delivering training, workflow consultation, technical expertise, and post-sale applications support. The posting identifies Kansas City, MO in the title, while the role description refers to support across the Northeast region. The position requires up to 75% domestic travel by air and/or vehicle, with possible overnight stays and occasional international travel. It is eligible for remote work from home. The salary range is $90,000–$105,000, with Sales Incentive Compensation; total target compensation at plan is $100,000–$120,000 annually. The role is also eligible for bonus or incentive pay.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of Histology laboratory experience in a clinical, research, or industrial setting.
Understanding of the product-relevant Histology marketplace or a related discipline.
At least 1 year of experience optimizing, operating, and supporting the functionality of manual and automated core Histology and related products.
Strong communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills, including the ability to provide technical training and workflow consultation.
Ability to work independently in a field-based environment and manage travel, customer priorities, and territory responsibilities.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to regularly lift, move, slide, raise, and/or place up to 50 pounds; stand, walk for prolonged periods, sit, squat, kneel, use stairs, and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to travel up to 75% by air and/or vehicle, potentially including overnight stays; travel is primarily domestic and may occasionally be international.

Nice To Haves

HT, HTL, or QIHC (ASCP) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide technical and applications expertise throughout the customer lifecycle, including instrument evaluations, installations, validations, workflow optimization, and post-sale support for Core Histology solutions.
Partner with Sales, Service, and Commercial teams to support territory growth, demonstrate product value, support customer evaluations, and advance opportunities that drive customer adoption and retention.
Deliver customer training and education programs to improve laboratory proficiency, instrument utilization, workflow efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Investigate and resolve complex applications-related issues in collaboration with Technical Service, Global Product Support, Business Units, and Commercial teams.
Maintain accurate documentation of customer activities, applications support, product feedback, and quality-related events, while complying with company and regulatory requirements.