Application Consultant

Overview

In this role you will deliver expert applications support and training for Leica Biosystems instruments and reagents, while also contributing to pre- and post-sales activities. You will perform instrument demonstrations, assist with tender responses, and support account teams to promote the product portfolio. The position is remote with substantial travel, focused on optimizing solutions for customers and driving reagent sales. You join a global team advancing cancer diagnostics and patient outcomes through hands-on, cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Post-sales instrument and software training for customers
• Troubleshooting and resolving application issues
• Assisting with assay optimization, validation, and verification
• Pre-sales instrument demonstrations
• Preparation of tender technical responses and commercial bids
• Supporting Account Manager in customer meetings
• Collaborating with local Leica Biosystems team on business strategy to drive sales
• Supporting at trade shows and conferences

Key requirements

• BA/BSc in Biomedical Science, Life Science or equivalent field
• Multiple years’ experience in histology
• Hands-on knowledge of primary/special and immunohistochemistry techniques
• Experience with manual and automated histology instruments and reagents, with a focus on troubleshooting and continuous improvement
• Strong communication and commercial awareness; ability to train diverse audiences and represent the brand

• Strong communication skills
• Commercial awareness
• Training and presentation ability
• Histology techniques (staining, tissue processing, sectioning, IHC)
• Instrument and reagent optimization and troubleshooting
• Experience with both manual and automated histology workflows

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