About the Role

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, 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 Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, we know time is the most critical facet in the laboratory today: time to get life-saving therapies to patients faster; reclaiming time by automating tedious manual workflows; and saving time spent addressing erroneous or complex results. We are partners in time and accelerate answers to critical questions through the power of automation. We develop innovations for scientists by scientists, with many of our 3,300+ global colleagues coming from the laboratory. It's all part of our time-tested approach to bringing meaningful innovations at the speed of life since 1935. And we're just beginning. Working together, let's put our time and talents together to advance human health for tomorrow. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Software Product Manager, Automation Portfolio will be the bridge between customer needs, business objectives, and technical execution, driving the development of innovative products from concept to launch. You will deeply understand our technology stack and market landscape, translating complex technical capabilities into clear product requirements and user stories. This position reports to the Senior Director, Automation Portfolio and is part of the Liquid Handling Product Management team located in the vicinity of Indianapolis.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be required to:

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for your product area, aligning it with overall company goals and market opportunities
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to identify new product opportunities and enhance existing features
• Translate product strategy into detailed technical requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria, collaborating closely with engineering and design teams
• Monitor product performance, gather data, and use analytics to identify areas for improvement and inform future product iterations
• Support product launches by collaborating with marketing, sales, and support teams to develop go-to-market strategies and training materials

Qualifications

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, Computer Science, or a related scientific or engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong understanding of scientific workflows, laboratory processes, and the challenges faced by researchers
• Familiarity with laboratory automation technologies such as robotics, liquid handlers, plate readers, imaging systems, and sample management systems
• Demonstrated ability to translate scientific and technical concepts into clear product requirements and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams

Nice to Have

• Commercial acumen
• Launching new products
• Customer engagement
• Life Sciences market knowledge

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel – up to 30% globally
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 25 lbs, any other physical requirements

Compensation and Benefits

The base annual salary for this role is $145,000 to $160,000. 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 eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, 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.

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.

About Danaher

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.

Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world's most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. The Danaher ecosystem is made up of more than 15 businesses united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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