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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, 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.
As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.
Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
The Automation Application Specialist in the diagnostics industry is responsible for supporting the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of automated diagnostic systems and workflows.
This position reports to the WITS Manager North Europe and is part of the UK Service - Support and will be fully remote.
In This Role, You Will:
Collaborate closely with laboratory teams, customers, and cross-functional partners to deliver automation solutions aligned with diagnostic workflow needs.
Provide technical expertise to support the implementation, optimization, and performance of laboratory automation systems.
Deliver user training and guidance to ensure effective adoption and operation of automation solutions.
Support the successful deployment and ongoing maintenance of automation systems across customer sites and laboratory environments.
Contribute to improving laboratory efficiency and operational excellence through innovative automation applications.
The essential requirements of the job include
Degree or Higher Education Level in Biomedical engineering or equivalent with Hands on experience in In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD), including laboratory workflows, diagnostic instruments, Total Laboratory Automation solutions
Proven ability to self organize, manage competing priorities, and perform in a demanding environment
Languages: Fluent English with one additional EMEA language an advantage.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Diagnostics Laboratory Automation Applications experience highly preferred.
Strong computer skills (MS Office), knowledge and network/LIS communication and troubleshooting skills.
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
Flexibility to travel 50–70% within UK & Ireland, with additional travel across Europe as business needs require, and the ability to work flexible hours.
Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
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.
Skills Required
- Degree or Higher Education Level in Biomedical engineering or equivalent
- Hands on experience in In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD)
- Fluent English with one additional EMEA language
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are portrayed as robust, with formal programs and mentions of generous time off and rollover in some cases. This breadth supports a positive view of time-off availability.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is highlighted repeatedly and is viewed as comprehensive for regular full‑time employees. Descriptions such as “good” or “great” benefits reinforce the strength of the health coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company matching is consistently included as part of the package. The presence of matching contributions strengthens perceived retirement readiness.
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What We Do
Cepheid is dedicated to improving healthcare by pioneering molecular diagnostics that combine speed, accuracy, and flexibility. The company's GeneXpert® systems and Xpert® tests automate highly complex and time-consuming manual procedures, providing A Better Way for institutions of any size to perform world-class PCR testing. Cepheid’s broad test portfolio spans respiratory infections, blood virology, women’s and sexual health, TB and emerging infectious diseases, healthcare-associated infectious diseases, oncology and human genetics. The company’s solutions deliver actionable results where they are needed most – from central laboratories and hospitals to near-patient settings. For more information, visit http://www.cepheid.com.
