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bioAffinity Technologies · 3 days ago

Manager of Flow Cytometry

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

bioAffinity Technologies is a company focused on developing novel diagnostic tests, and they are seeking a Manager of Flow Cytometry to oversee test development and manage a team of scientists. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, team supervision, and ensuring compliance with quality requirements and regulatory standards.

BiotechnologyHealth CareTherapeutics

Hiring Manager

Aubrey Bueno

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and supervise a small team (2–4) of flow cytometry scientists/technologists (BS and MS) in flow cytometry test development. The position will also entail hands-on laboratory work by the Manager

Development of human sample processing protocols, panel development, instrument scheduling

Prioritization of tasks and timeline development with project management

Instrument standardization, panel design and optimization, compensation/unmixing, gating strategies, data review workflows, and LIS/LIMS integration for result reporting

Compliance with existing written procedures for qualification and use of flow cytometers, including sample records, startup/shutdown procedures, QC checks, and reporting of deviations

Write and edit internal protocols and SOPs for sample related with new flow cytometry test methods in conjunction with other team members

Provide scientific analysis and oversight for complex novel assays

Compliance with internal quality requirements and CLIA/CAP/FDA requirements for validation, including documentation, deviation management, and audit readiness in conjunction with the Clinical team

Data analysis using flow cytometry data analysis software and internal machine learning algorithms

Written and verbal communication: reporting to management, project teams and externally to the company (scientific meetings, posters, publications)

Qualification

Flow CytometryPanel DesignAnalytical ValidationClinical Testing LabData Analysis SoftwareRegulated EnvironmentsCommunication SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

MS or PhD in biology, immunology, laboratory science or related field

5 years of hands‑on flow cytometry experience, including multi‑color or spectral panels, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team‑lead role. Spectral cytometry experience is a plus

Flow cytometry test development experience including optimization, analytical validation (precision, accuracy, reportable range, reference intervals, stability, statistical analysis, etc.). Clinical testing lab experience is a plus

Strong expertise in panel design, compensation/spectral unmixing, and troubleshooting instrument and staining issues

Familiarity with clinical or regulated environments (CLIA, CAP, GCP, or equivalent) and method validation best practices

Proficiency with analysis tools (FlowJo/FCS Express/R/Python) and standard gating and QA/QC approaches. Familiarity with statistics, machine learning and code development is a plus

Proven ability to communicate orally and in writing and collaborate effectively in a multifunctional team setting with clinical, operations, and business leadership stakeholders