Life Science Research Professional 2

Key Responsibilities

• Independently operate flow cytometry analyzers and cell sorters in a shared service center environment.
• Perform routine instrument startup, quality control, and maintenance.
• Provide training and support to users, including self-operators, on flow cytometry analyzer and sorter instrumentation and software.
• Assist researchers with experimental design, optimization, data acquisition, and data interpretation.
• Troubleshoot technical and experimental issues and support implementation of instrument and software updates.
• Serve as a resource for biological applications, cell handling techniques, and reagent selection.
• Perform non-routine instrument maintenance and coordinate with manufacturer service as needed.
• Maintain laboratory operations, including inventory management, chemical and safety records, and general lab support.
• Work a flexible schedule and operate in a BSL-2 laboratory environment to meet facility needs.

Qualifications

• The requisite combination of education and/or experience in the field to work independently, and to serve as a resource for users; to train new users, and help self-operators solve problems with their instrument operations.
• A highly qualified candidate will have 2 or more years experience with one or more of the following instrumentation systems: BD FACSAria/Fusion/S8, BD Symphony, Cytek Aurora and Aurora CS, Sony sorters, Agilent spectral and traditional analyzers OR one year experience operating a flow cytometer and additional 2 years of experience in a related field or in education.
• Education & Experience (required): Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (required): Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles. General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications. Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment. Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes. Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential. Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.