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 Executive Assistant is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support at the senior executive level. This role requires exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner, ensuring travel and time optimization, driving operational efficiency, and managing high stakes situations. This position reports to the Vice President of Human Resources and will be onsite in Vista, California. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: + Manage complex calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements. + Coordinate domestic and international travel logistics, including itineraries, accommodations, local meeting preparation, and expense reporting. + Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, reports, and other documents with a high level of accuracy and professionalism. + Serve as a liaison between the executive and internal/external stakeholders, maintaining confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism; the ability to anticipate executive needs and address potential issues is required. + Organize and support meetings, including agenda preparation, note-taking, and follow-up actions; further will hold responsibility for tracking and managing complex and simplex projects, timelines, deliverables, and ensuring timely completion. The essential requirements of the job include: + Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative role supporting senior leadership; Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience. + Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively, influence cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities, secure resources, and maintain seamless operational flow. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaboration tools (e.g., Teams). + Demonstrated ability to operate both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment. Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: + Ability to travel <5% per business needs. It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: + Delivering on results while remaining calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities. + Strong interpersonal skills and a service-oriented mindset. + Detail-oriented thought processes with a proactive approach to problem-solving. #LI-KW4 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. The annual salary range for this role is $85,000 - $105,000. 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. 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. 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 . Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The U.S. EEO posters are available here (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) . We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com .