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How much do senior immunoassay development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior immunoassay development in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a senior immunoassay development scientist do?

A Senior Immunoassay Development professional leads the design, optimization, and validation of immunoassays used for detecting and quantifying biological molecules. They oversee assay development projects, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure that assays meet regulatory standards for accuracy and reliability. This role often involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior scientists, and staying up-to-date with advances in immunoassay technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior immunoassay development scientist?

To thrive as a Senior Immunoassay Development Scientist, you need deep expertise in biochemistry, assay design, and data analysis, typically backed by an advanced degree in a life science field. Experience with ELISA, multiplex platforms, laboratory automation systems, and regulatory requirements (such as GLP or CLIA) is highly valued. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills set top candidates apart in collaborative and deadline-driven environments. These abilities ensure the development of robust, reliable assays that meet scientific and regulatory standards, driving innovation and product success.

What are some common challenges faced in a senior immunoassay development role and how can they be addressed?

A common challenge in Senior Immunoassay Development is optimizing assay sensitivity and specificity while maintaining reproducibility across different sample types. Troubleshooting issues such as high background noise, cross-reactivity, or lot-to-lot variability often requires strong problem-solving skills and a thorough understanding of assay principles. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as quality control, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing, is essential to ensure the assay meets both research and commercial standards. Staying up to date with technological advances and regulatory requirements can also help overcome these challenges and contribute to the success of new immunoassay products.

What is the difference between Senior Immunoassay Development vs Immunoassay Scientist?

AspectSenior Immunoassay DevelopmentImmunoassay Scientist
ResponsibilitiesLeading assay development projects, overseeing teams, designing experimentsPerforming assay experiments, data collection, and analysis
Experience & CredentialsAdvanced degree (MS/PhD), extensive industry experience, leadership skillsBachelor's or Master's degree, hands-on laboratory experience
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, project managementLaboratory bench work, experimental setup
Industry UsageUsed in biotech, pharma companies for product developmentCommonly employed in research labs, biotech firms

In summary, Senior Immunoassay Development roles focus on leading assay projects and managing teams, requiring advanced credentials and experience. Immunoassay Scientists primarily perform laboratory experiments and data analysis, often with less managerial responsibility. Both roles are essential in biotech and pharmaceutical industries but differ in scope and seniority.

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Senior Sales Manager - Immunohistochemistry

Danaher

South San Francisco, CA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Danaher rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

200th of 544 rated manufacturers


Job description

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.

The Senior Regional Sales Manager, Immunohistochemistry for Leica Biosystems is responsible for leading regional commercial execution, revenue growth, market share expansion, and talent development across the assigned geography. This role leads a team of sales professionals responsible for advancing Leica Biosystems' Immunohistochemistry portfolio, driving competitive conversions, strengthening customer partnerships, and delivering consistent performance against regional commercial goals.

This position is part of the Commercial Organization and will be fully remote. At Leica Biosystems, our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives.

You will report to the Vice President, National Sales, Immunohistochemistry and Life Sciences and play a key leadership role in translating business strategy into regional execution, developing sales talent, and building a high-performing commercial team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Lead regional sales execution to achieve quarterly and annual revenue, sales mix, profit, and market share goals across the Immunohistochemistry portfolio.
  • Develop and lead a high-performing team of sales representatives and specialists through clear performance expectations, coaching, field engagement, and disciplined commercial operating mechanisms.
  • Recruit, onboard, develop, and retain commercial talent while building capability across territory planning, strategic selling, funnel management, customer engagement, and competitive conversion execution.
  • Drive consistent use of Salesforce.com, funnel reviews, forecasting processes, and DBS commercial tools to improve visibility, accountability, and execution quality across the region.
  • Build and maintain senior-level customer relationships across strategic accounts, including hospital leadership, laboratory administration, pathology, procurement, materials management, contracts, and other key decision makers.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Applications, Service, Marketing, Commercial Operations, and other business partners to support customer retention, new business growth, implementation success, and sustained customer satisfaction.
  • Translate market trends, competitive dynamics, customer feedback, and regional business insights into actionable growth plans and leadership recommendations.

The essential requirements of the job include:

  • Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of sales leadership experience or equivalent commercial experience.
  • Prior people leadership or sales management experience, including coaching, performance management, talent development, and team accountability.
  • Prior capital sales experience, contract negotiation experience, high-level selling experience, or experience selling in a matrixed environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through influence across customers, direct reports, cross-functional teams, and senior stakeholders.
  • Experience using Salesforce.com or another CRM to manage funnel, forecast, customer activity, and business performance.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

  • Ability to travel - 50-75%
  • Must Possess a valid Driver's license.
  • Ability to travel overnight for territory coverage (if applicable) and/or for company meetings

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

  • Diagnostics, life sciences, pathology, medical device, or laboratory workflow experience.
  • Immunohistochemistry, histology, reagent, consumables, or capital equipment sales experience.
  • Experience leading commercial teams through change, market expansion, competitive displacement, or portfolio growth initiatives.

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.

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 annual salary range for this role is $175,000 - $195,000. This role is also eligible for Sales Incentive Compensation (SIC). The total target compensation at plan (base + SIC) is $255,000 - $275,000 annually. Actual SIC earnings may exceed or fall below the target based on individual sales performance. 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. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer a 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.

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.


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We are a science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges, and improving quality of life around the world. A global family of more than 20 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today's most dynamic, growing industries.

Industry

Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Washington, DC, US

Year founded

1984