Position Summary:

The Associate Scientist will be participate in flow cytometry projects through assay development, validation, and execution in a timely manner.  Perform assays according to SOPs and support development of new procedures and improvement of existing SOPs. May perform other cell based assays. Provides technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff, as a part of a matrix.  Duties also include preparation of validation protocols, SOPs, written reports, and data presentations.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Perform Flow cytometry primarily, as well as, other immune assays
• Perform experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data
• Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation
• Identify, update and implement emerging laboratory techniques
• Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment
• Act as a scientific resource externally to clients and internally
• Assists with writing, reviewing and editing contract and grant applications/proposals as appropriate.
• May present completed work at appropriate scientific meetings and in publications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• Master’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Chemistry or related field with 2+ years’ relevant lab experience or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Chemistry or related field with 8+ years’ relevant lab experience

Other Required:

• Experience with flow cytometry assays using both whole blood or isolated cells
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required
• The ability to organize and analyze data and assist in preparation of 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

Other Preferred:

• A solid understanding of current GLP, GDP or CAP/CLIA/ISO standards
• Experience with FACS techniques
• Experience in cell-mediated immunity through flow cytometry, as well as, ELISpot, ELISA, MSD, and/or Luminex