Scientist

Leica Biosystems; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Leica Biosystems in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, is seeking a Scientist to contribute across the Research and Development team in a fast-paced, on-site role. You’ll work on diverse project types from early discovery to validation, adapting to changing priorities and customer needs.

The position emphasizes immunohistochemistry and diagnostic tooling, with a focus on generating robust data and enabling transfer of methods to production.

Qualifications

• At least one year of laboratory experience or equivalent gained during Higher Education.
• Degree in a scientific subject.
• Understanding of immunohistochemistry (IHC), cancer biology or antibody technology.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-priority R&D projects and contribute data.
• Generate data for assigned projects.
• Design, perform and interpret experiments on automated staining instrumentation.
• Collaborate within the R&D organization across project types.
• Support product development within regulatory environments.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) understand

Scientific data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific subject

Tools

Automated staining instruments

Job description

Bring more to life.Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

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 you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.
At Leica Biosystems, we’re not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics — we’re transforming lives. Our mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is the driving force behind 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 not just taking a job; you’re becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters when it comes to cancer. You’ll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers, and aid the acceleration of next-generation, life-changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you’ll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact.
Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
As a Scientist at Leica Biosystems, you’ll operate in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve based on customer needs, business demands, and portfolio strategy. You’ll contribute across a broad range of project types and development stages—from early discovery through optimisation, validation, and transfer—adapting your focus to where the organisation needs your expertise most.
This position reports to an R&D Manager and is part of the Research and Development team located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK, working fully on-site. As a team that has recently been awarded Danaher’s Best Plant, you’ll be joining a group recognised for outstanding execution, innovation, and impact.

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Work on several high priority projects and gain insight from others.
• Become part of a team responsible for the generation of data for a specific project you are assigned to.
• Learn how to design, perform and interpret experiments on the automated staining instrumentation.
• Be part of a wider R&D organisation, gaining exposure to a variety of different project types.
• Learn and implement the process of developing products within a regulatory environment.

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• At least a year working within a laboratory environment or have experience working within a laboratory gained within Higher Education studies.
• Possess a Degree in a scientific subject.
• Understanding of immunohistochemistry (IHC), cancer biology or antibody technology.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Experience of Immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Experience of working within a regulated environment
• Experience of medical/in vitro diagnostic device development.

Leica Biosystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

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 help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.