Sr Field Application Specialist

Join to apply for the Sr Field Application Specialist (São Paulo-SP) role at Leica Biosystems . 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 all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where your unique viewpoint matters, 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, “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives,” drives everything we do. As a global leader with the most comprehensive portfolio spanning from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers when they need them most. When you join Leica Biosystems, you’re becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters. Role Summary Sr. Field Applications Specialist is responsible for providing technical expertise and support to customers, ensuring optimal use of Leica Biosystems’ anatomical pathology solutions. This role delivers hands‑on training, validates equipment and protocols, troubleshoots complex issues, and maximizes customer satisfaction and workflow efficiency. It also actively contributes to the team’s scientific development. This position reports to the Field Applications Manager and is part of the Services and Applications team located in São Paulo/Capital, working remotely to cover all regions of Brazil. Key Responsibilities Deliver hands‑on training and ensure proper usage and compliance of Leica Biosystems equipment and products. Support customers in the validation, implementation, and optimization of equipment and staining protocols in anatomical pathology laboratories. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, investigate root causes, and provide effective solutions. Collaborate with internal teams—including Sales, Field Service Engineers, Marketing, Regulatory/Quality Affairs, and Contracts/Tenders—to provide technical expertise and support business objectives. Lead workflow optimization projects and travel extensively across Brazil to analyze laboratory processes, recommend improvements, and adapt to dynamic client environments. Education & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Biology, Biomedicine, or a related field. Desirable: Postgraduate degree, Master’s degree, or PhD degree. Experience Robust professional experience in Field Applications focused on Anatomical Pathology, including technical support, training, and troubleshooting. Experience in workflow optimization or process improvement in anatomical pathology laboratories. Experience managing key account customers. Language Requirements Advanced English proficiency (required for international trainings and global team interactions). Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements Ability for travel 70‑80% of the time, overnight, throughout Brazil. Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Must have a valid passport and USA visa for international trainings. Preferred Additional Experience Experience in developing technical‑scientific skills within Application teams. Spanish language proficiency. Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real‑life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to solve their most complex challenges and bring the power of science to life. For more information, visit . Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full‑time Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries Medical Device #J-18808-Ljbffr