Scientist - Cytometry & Imaging Sciences

Role Summary

Calibrate and operate multiparameter flow cytometers (including cell sorters), microscopes and related imaging platforms. Train others and develop additional relevant skills as appropriate. Contribute to high-complexity cytometry and imaging workflows to support research and development goals in a biosafety level 2+ laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Operate analytical flow cytometry analyzers and sorters with primary emphasis, and cell imaging platforms as a secondary emphasis; identify instrument problems, perform basic troubleshooting/remediation, and oversee field engineer remediation when required.
• Compile high-complexity multiparameter fluorophore panels for legacy and full-spectrum flow cytometers to maximize signal while minimizing fluorescence spillover.
• Guide and train others on facility use and maintain personal accountability for prioritized projects.
• Work in a biosafety level 2+ laboratory, maintain laboratory safety for all personnel, and initiate and complete risk assessments for new activities as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Required: Doctorate degree (PhD) or PharmD or MD preferably with Cytometry experience; or Master’s degree with 2+ years of Cytometry experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of Cytometry experience.
• Preferred: Education in the life sciences; prior experience working in a biopharmaceutical company or academic projects with a biopharmaceutical sponsor.
• Preferred: Good documentation practices and scientific conduct as defined by standard operating procedures.
• Preferred: Ability to leverage varied AI/ML analytical platforms as they emerge and work in a team structure with data scientists in synergy.
• Preferred: Working knowledge of how to integrate flow and imaging cytometry efforts with adjacent single-cell technologies (e.g., RNA seq, CRISPR screens).

Skills

• Operational proficiency with analytical flow cytometry analyzers and sorters and related imaging platforms
• Panel design for legacy and full-spectrum flow cytometers to maximize signal and minimize spillover
• Teaching and mentoring others; accountability for prioritized projects
• Laboratory safety, risk assessment, and working in a biosafety level 2+ environment
• Collaboration with data scientists and familiarity with AI/ML analytical platforms
• Integration of flow and imaging cytometry with adjacent single-cell technologies