Field Applications Specialist — Core Histology Solutions

Leica Biosystems Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Leica Biosystems is seeking a Field Applications Specialist to deliver technical and applications expertise for Core Histology solutions across the assigned territory. You will work with Sales, Service, and Customer Support to optimize workflows, drive adoption, and ensure customer success.

The role requires up to 75% travel, strong communication skills, and the ability to train and consult with customers in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED with at least 1 year Histology lab experience in clinical, research, or industrial setting.
• Understanding of Product relevant Histology marketplace or related discipline.
• At least 1 year experience in the optimization, operation, functionality, and support of core Histology products (manual and automated).
• Strong communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills for training and workflow consultation.
• Ability to travel up to 75% and manage territory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and applications expertise throughout the customer lifecycle, including instrument evaluations, installations, validations, workflow optimization, and post-sale support for Leica Biosystems Core Histology solutions.
• Partner with Sales, Service, and Commercial teams to support territory growth objectives by demonstrating product value, supporting customer evaluations, and helping advance opportunities that drive customer adoption and retention.
• Deliver customer training and education programs that improve laboratory proficiency, instrument utilization, workflow efficiency, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Investigate and resolve complex applications-related issues by collaborating with Technical Service, Global Product Support, Business Units, and Commercial teams to ensure timely customer resolution.
• Maintain accurate documentation of customer activities, applications support, product feedback, and quality-related events while ensuring compliance with Leica Biosystems and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Customer-facing

Training delivery

Travel readiness

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

Histology instruments

Job description

Leica Biosystems is seeking a Field Applications Specialist to deliver technical and applications expertise for Core Histology solutions across the assigned territory. You will work with Sales, Service, and Customer Support to optimize workflows, drive adoption, and ensure customer success.

The role requires up to 75% travel, strong communication skills, and the ability to train and consult with customers in diverse settings.