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Danaher Corporation Learning and Development Specialist - Instructor in San Diego, California
Leica Biosystems’ mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is at the heart of our corporate culture. We’re a global leader in cancer diagnostics with the most comprehensive portfolio from biopsy to diagnosis. Our easy-to-use and consistently reliable offerings help improve workflow efficiency and diagnostic confidence. Our associates know that every moment matters when it comes to cancer diagnostics. When you come to work, you’re helping develop solutions that enable accurate diagnoses to turn anxiety into answers. Join our diverse, global team of talented people, and be inspired to grow every day.
Leica Biosystems is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Diagnostics Companies at Danaher. Together, we’re working at the pace of change to improve patient lives with diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges.
The Learning and Development Specialist - Instructor for Leica Biosystems is responsible for the instruction of new commercial team member’s onboarding, knowledge sustainment, field auditing/mentoring, new product introduction and other training demands.
This position is part of the Global Sales Enablement and Operations Team located in North America and will be fully remote based in the U.S. At Leica Biosystems, our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives.
You will be a part of the Global Commercial Training Team and report to the Regional Learning and Development Manager – Americas (Interim reporting to the Sr. Director of Global Commercial Training), responsible for instruction of new commercial team member’s onboarding, knowledge sustainment, field auditing/mentoring, new product introduction and other training demands.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Conduct live, instructor-led trainings, or virtual and remote learning, for our commercial teams within the region specified, or if requested by leadership, assistance in other regions.
Focus on delivering quality content and experiences within the given vertical specificity- this role will lean heavily toward the Immunohistochemistry business vertical (IHC) but can also have opportunity to assist in other LBS business verticals
Liase with sales and sales leadership to assess training needs— developing an implementation plan with their region manager, and then facilitate learning/training initiatives.
Supports special projects such as focused product launches, sales meetings, ad hoc programs.
Live at Gemba (in field) acting as a field coach and auditor for our commercial sales team
The essential requirements of the job include:
BS in Biology or related sciences, and/or certifications within the Anatomical Pathology space if coming from the AP laboratory
Minimum of 7 years of combined experience within the Anatomical Pathology labs and/or commercial markets with a strong foundation of knowledge to share
Minimum of 3 years' experience being a mentor/coach/manager during your career for a laboratory or commercial team member in the Anatomical Pathology space
At least 3 years of practical experience utilizing anatomical pathology equipment (Leica or competitor), with experience in teaching others how to use
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
Ability to travel - At least 50% travel within the Americas, primarily within N. America. Occasional international travel for group meetings or training events
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to lift, move or carry items up to 20lbs, and arrange training rooms (tables/easels etc.) for sessions if necessary.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Multi-language an added plus (one or more of the following – Spanish, Portuguese, French – written and spoken)
Course facilitation practices to maximize adult learning and retention
Familiarity with adult learning models/concepts a plus
Experience with video/e-learning content design a plus
At Leica Biosystems we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Leica Biosystems can provide.
The salary range for this role is $112,000 to $130,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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