Flow Cytometry Scientist

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to

• Perform Flow cytometry primarily, as well as, other immune assays
• Design and perform experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data
• High quality output is essential with the ability to build efficiency into improving productivity metrics
• Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation
• Responsible for trouble shooting and correcting routine scientific issues/problems
• Identify, update and implement emerging laboratory techniques
• Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment
• Work collaboratively with other technical teams in resource sharing and providing technical expertise
• Support new equipment operational qualifications and performance checks
• Monitor Product and Service/R&D related project expenses
• Act as a scientific resource externally to clients and internally
• Assists with writing, reviewing and editing contract and grant applications/proposals as appropriate.
• Assists with writing and publishing papers, abstracts, techniques/or chapters to maintain the scientific standard and image of the company
• May present completed work at appropriate scientific meetings and in publications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Required

• Master's Degree in life sciences or other relevant field
• 5 years of relevant laboratory experience

Other Required

• Expert level flow cytometry skills using both whole blood and isolated cells
• Demonstrated skills in monitoring cell-mediated immunity through flow cytometry, as well as, ELISpot, ELISA and MSD
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required
• Must have the ability to organize and analyze data, as well as, prepare reports
• Must possess strong computational skills, preferably experienced with Word, Excel, Power Point, GraphPad Prism, Diva, and FlowJo
• Excellent use of judgment and discretion required
• Extended work hours may be occasionally necessary in order to meet business demands
• The ability to see and differentiate between colors on the full color spectrum
• Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred

• A solid understanding of current GLP or CAP/CLIA/ISO standards
• Demonstrated skills with assays used for immunophenotyping such as primary cell based assays, ELISpot, ELISA and Mesoscale
• Experience with cell sorting techniques

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