Falkner Pereira is a seasoned Human Resources (HR) leader whose career spans multiple continents and Danaher businesses. Originally from Brazil, Falkner has worked across the USA, Israel and the UK, bringing a global perspective to every role.
Today, he is the Senior Manager of HR Shared Services & Operations for Europe, Middle East, Africa and India (EMEAI) at SCIEX, a Danaher life sciences business. In this role, he leverages technology and process optimization to drive strategic impact.
His story is one of curiosity, adaptability and a passion for continuous learning – qualities that have fueled his successful transition across roles and businesses within Danaher. It also reflects how global careers in life sciences and diagnostics at Danaher are shaped by mobility, technology, and continuous improvement.
Hello, Falkner! Tell us a bit about yourself.
“I started my career in HR more than a decade ago and have had the privilege of working across Brazil (where I’m originally from), the USA, Israel and the UK, where I’m currently based. I am multilingual and passionate about coffee and music. A fun fact about me: I enjoy naming my projects after classical music composers!
Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and playing soccer with my son. Squash and volleyball are my favorite sports, but honestly, anything that keeps me active works for me.”
Can you briefly describe your current role at SCIEX (a Danaher life sciences company)?
“As the Senior Manager of HR Shared Services & Operations for EMEAI, my role serves as a dynamic bridge between strategic and operational HR initiatives in a global life sciences environment. I focus on delivering solutions that leverage technology and streamline processes to support the business as it evolves and faces new challenges.”
What was your career path in global healthcare and life sciences leading up to this role? Which Danaher businesses have you worked at previously?
“I have spent most of my career operating across EMEAI in various HR roles – from analytics to, more recently, business partnering. Before joining SCIEX, I worked at IDBS and Molecular Devices (two other Danaher life sciences businesses), gaining experience that shaped my approach to HR strategy and operations.”
“Seek opportunities that align with your career goals and interests. Danaher’s culture makes it easier to transfer skills across companies, so take advantage of that flexibility to grow and diversify your experience across life sciences, diagnostics, and healthcare technologies.”
Falkner Pereira
Senior Manager, HR Shared Services & Operations, EMEAI
SCIEX
What motivated you to pursue a cross‑company career move within Danaher?
“Curiosity! I find it fascinating being able to support different companies while still being part of one cohesive team within Danaher. It’s a unique opportunity to broaden my perspective and contribute to many different business models.”
How did you identify the opportunity to move into a new role?
“After being approached by Talent Acquisition and the hiring manager, I applied internally. My tip: keep your internal Career Profile up to date so you are available for opportunities as they arise. It’s an important part of enabling internal mobility and career growth at Danaher.”
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Did you have any hesitations about making the move? What helped you overcome this?
“Change always brings uncertainty, but also opportunity. The hiring manager was very transparent about both the challenges and the potential, which gave me confidence. Looking back, I’m glad I made the move because I’m learning every day while adding value to the business.”
What programs, tools and resources helped facilitate your move across different Danaher businesses?
“My certification in Change Management and passion for Danaher Business System (DBS), Danaher’s system facilitating continuous improvement and problem‑solving, were key enablers. These elements not only helped me transition smoothly but also enabled me to contribute effectively from day one.”
What advice would you give to someone considering a similar transition within Danaher?
“Seek opportunities that align with your career goals and interests. Danaher’s culture makes it easier to transfer skills across companies, so take advantage of that flexibility to grow and diversify your experience across life sciences, diagnostics, and healthcare technologies.”
Falkner’s story is a great example of how curiosity and adaptability can open doors within Danaher. By embracing change and leveraging resources such as DBS tools and internal mobility opportunities, he’s advanced his career while making a meaningful impact.
For professionals exploring careers in biotechnology, diagnostics, or global healthcare, his experience highlights how Danaher enables long‑term growth across regions and businesses. At Danaher, the possibilities are as expansive as our global team.
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