Flow Cytometry Scientist

2 мес. назад

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flow cytometry

Flow Cytometry Scientist position at supporting translational research and biomedical informatics.

Условия

100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match up to 5%
Educational Benefits for Career Growth
Employee Referral Bonus
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare (FSA)
Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
 
  is seeking an outstanding Flow Cytometry Scientist to join our team in Bethesda, MD. The Flow Cytometry Section (FCS), Research Technologies Branch (RTB), Division of Intramural Research (DIR), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), National Institutes of Health (NIH),) offers NIAID investigators in Bethesda, Maryland and at the Rocky Mountain Laboratories (RML) in Hamilton, Montana access to cutting-edge cytometric technologies and instrumentation for high dimensional cell analysis and sorting. In addition, FCS provides training, consultation, method development, assistance with data interpretation, and support for experiments involving broad aspects of unique cytometry applications including operations in high containment laboratories.
 
Responsibilities 
Contribute to all aspects of facility operation, including flow cytometry analysis and cell sorting with added emphasis on independent operation of instruments.
Perform daily Quality Control and maintenance.
Perform troubleshooting of Flow Cytometry equipment.
Provide support to researchers in operating instruments.
Assist with user training and panel development.
Perform sample preparation and staining for flow cytometry analysis.
Assist in the preparation of SOPs and related documents for GLP work.
Comply with safety guidelines and requirements by following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks.
Assist in Research and Development programs for new assays and technologies within the facility.
 
Qualifications
Minimum three (3) years of demonstrated experience in flow cytometry.
Experience of work at BSL2. Additional experience of BSL3 would be beneficial.
Proficiency with basic laboratory techniques (sample preparation, cell culture) and flow cytometry methods such as immunophenotyping, cell cycle analysis, etc.
Experience in high parameter flow cytometry, spectral flow cytometry, imaging flow cytometry or cell sorting will be an advantage.
Good understanding of laboratory biosafety standards.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office including knowledge of computer systems and ability to work independently with data analysis programs
Ability to multi-task in a busy facility and to approach tasks and obstacles with a team-first mentality.
Development of new methods that extend the scope of flow cytometry at the facility will require excellent laboratory skills and a high level of desire to learn new skills.
 
 
Experience/Knowledge
Demonstrated significant depth and breadth of subject level expertise.
Demonstrated awareness of latest developments in the project specialty areas.
 
Skills
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment with co-workers, expertise ranging from novice to experts.
Ability to advise and work at a high level with a variety of collaborators from diverse laboratories
Good record keeping and organizational skills
 
Attributes
Innovative provider of creative solutions.
Enthusiastic, self-motivated and self-supervising team member.
Organizational ability to plan and deliver work to meet required deadlines.
Resilience in working to achieve team objectives and to overcome obstacles.
Demonstrated ability to be an effective team member.
 
 
Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.
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This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
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is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).