Senior Flow Cytometrist (Onsite)
Company: Stanford University
Location: Stanford
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
Interested in a busy environment assisting hosts of researchers
in state-of-the-art research? Join a dynamic team at the Stanford
Shared FACS Facility. We are looking for a Cytometrist with expert
skill in sorting and high-parameter flow cytometry to join us and
lead our cytometry education and technical training efforts. In
addition to assisting with daily instrument operations and
researcher support, we are seeking an enthusiastic cytometrist with
experience in teaching. A highly qualified candidate will be able
to design and implement strategies for training researchers and
technical staff to be proficient in equipment operation. Education
responsibilities will include working with the Center director to
host an educational seminar series and workgroup sessions to help
researchers maximize the potential of flow cytometry technologies.
This position will require advanced knowledge of principles,
concepts, and methods of flow cytometry, sorting, and experimental
design. Experience with 2 or more of the following systems is
desired: BD FACSAria/Fusion/S6/Influx sorters, BD Symphony/LSRII
analyzers, Cytek Aurora analyzers, Agilent Novocyte analyzer
systems, Fluidigm CyTOF. Experience with flow cytometry analysis
software and high-dimensional data analysis is also highly desired.
This is a salaried position and exact hours will depend on facility
operational needs. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and an
excellent work environment.
Duties include:
Oversight of education and technical
training in support of the Shared Flow cytometry mission to support
research efforts. This may include:
Training researcher and facility
staff in operation of flow cytometry analyzers and
sorters.Development of SOPs for instrumentation operation.Protocol
development.Organization and hosting/presenting educational seminar
series and workshops.Support of facility operations including
instrument operation, maintenance and setup.Providing researchers
and new staff members with guidance in experiment design, data
analysis, and use of software packages such as FlowJo.Collaboration
with faculty and colleagues to determine and implement
instrumentation needs and develop/verify applications to support
research.Ensure appropriate biosafety protocols are in place and
review incoming projects for appropriate biosafety levels and
documentation.*- Other duties may also be assigned DESIRED
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 3 years experience with
flow cytometry, teaching/instructional experience
preferred.Experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):Bachelor's degree in related
scientific field and three years of relevant work experience; or
Master's degree in a related scientific field and one year relevant
experience; or PhD in related science field.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
Comprehensive understanding of
scientific principles.Expert level knowledge and skills in field of
science related to research project.General computer skills,
experience with databases and scientific applications, and ability
to quickly learn and master computer programs.Strong analytical
skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work under deadlines with
general guidance is essential. Excellent organizational skills and
demonstrated ability to complete detailed work
accurately.Developing project management skills.PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS*:
Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend,
stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp
forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write
by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40
pounds. Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above
shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts. Rarely climb, scrub,
sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls. Must
have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.Ability to
bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on
hard surfaces for up to eight hours.Ability to lift heavy objects
weighing up to 50 pounds.Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and
odorous environment.Position may require repetitive motion.* -
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will
provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a WORKING
CONDITIONS:
- May require working in close proximity to blood borne
pathogens.
- May require work in an environment where animals are used for
teaching and research.
- Position may at times require the employee to work with or be
in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are
present.
- Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal
protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective
clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
- May require extended or unusual work hours based on research
requirements and business needs.
WORK STANDARDS:
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well
with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external
organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal
responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns;
uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons
learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable
University policies and procedures, including but not limited to
the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's
Administrative Guide, .The expected pay range for this position is
$84,000 to $106,000 per annum.Stanford University provides pay
ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university
reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a
selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but
not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the
qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget
availability, internal equity, geographic location and external
market pay for comparable jobs.
Keywords: Stanford University, Rancho Cordova , Senior Flow Cytometrist (Onsite), Other , Stanford, California
Didn't find what you're looking for? Search again!
Loading more jobs...
