Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research · 1 day ago
Associate Scientist I - Flow Cytometry (ACVP)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $134K/yr
8+ years expThe Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is addressing urgent problems in biomedical sciences, particularly in cancer and AIDS. The Associate Scientist I will provide flow cytometry and cellular immunology support for research projects and nonhuman primate studies, including calibration and operation of flow cytometers and performing assays.
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Responsibilities
Calibrate, maintain, operate and troubleshoot conventional and spectral analytical flow cytometers and cell sorters
Perform flow cytometry assays in support of research studies
Develop and assess new methods, reagents and reagent panels in support of Program research endeavors and to enhance the technical capabilities of the laboratory
Analyze and present complex multiparametric flow cytometry data and assess new analysis approaches to increase data analysis efficiency
Perform infectious cell sorting in compliance with established safety procedures
Provide flow cytometry, cell sorting and data analysis training and support for Core users
Maintain laboratory records, assist with other laboratory and administrative duties, and work after hours, as needed, to accommodate research endeavors
Qualification
Required
Possession of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience, including five (5) years of dedicated, hands-on flow cytometry experience, including sample preparation, staining and acquisition, cytometer setup, maintenance and troubleshooting, and complex, multiparameter data analysis and FACS
Advanced knowledge of flow cytometry technology, instrumentation, methods, reagents and troubleshooting
Experience developing complex flow cytometry panels and performing phenotyping and functional immune assays
Highly motivated and able to multitask while maintaining a high-level attention to detail, as well as excel in both team and independent work environments
Excellent verbal and written communication, organization and customer service skills
Experience using Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
May be required to attend on-site and off-site training programs
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred
Ten (10) years of dedicated flow cytometry experience; preferably with BD LSR-II/Fortessa and Agilent Penteon conventional instruments, and Cytek Aurora and ThermoFisher Bigfoot spectral instruments
Five (5) years of experience performing FACS
Five (5) years of experience performing 20+ parameter flow cytometry data analysis, preferably with FCS Express software
Experience performing spectral flow cytometry and unmixing
Experience with flow cytometry data analysis algorithms, transformations and automated analysis platforms
Familiarization performing flow cytometry on human and non-human primate samples and working in a fast-paced core laboratory environment
Extensive knowledge of immunology and virology
Benefits
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
Company
Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research specializes in developing biomedical research and technology to improve human health.
1001-5000 employees
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