Program Manager (Mount Waverley)

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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.

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The Program Manager is responsible for l eading the development and delivery of innovative medical device instrumentation, software and associated consumables and ancillaries . This role drives complex, cross-functional programs from concept through commercialization, ensuring delivery against business objectives, customer needs, quality standards, timelines, and financial targets.

This position reports to the Director, Program Management Office and is part of the Advanced Staining Instrument Business Unit located in Mount Waverley, Victoria . As the programs delivered by this team transition directly into manufacturing, close collaboration with R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams is critical to success. For this reason, this is a fully on-site role, providing direct engagement with stakeholders and hands-on support throughout development, transfer to manufacturing, and product launch.