Scientist, Biology

• Execute experiments with varying complexity using multi-color Flow Cytometry
• Analyze data using FCS Express and FlowJo software
• report test results, including completion of all required documentation and database entries as required by protocols and SOPs
• Responsible for transfection and expression of antibodies and recombinant proteins in cell lines, hybridoma tissue culture, and culture of various cell lines for testing
• Day-to-day problem solving and cross-functional team-based activities to ensure that daily operations and timelines are met
• Independently analyze research data, solve problems with minimal guidance, and effectively plan follow-up experiments
• Involvement with scheduling, operational, and maintenance duties required within the laboratory

• Minimum of 2-5 years of laboratory experience required
• Extensive hands-on experience with flow cytometry
• Proficiency in tissue culture techniques, including transfection of cells for protein expression
• Understanding of biochemistry and molecular biology
• Hands-on experience designing, performing, and analyzing flow cytometry experiments, preferably on BD flow cytometers (LSRII, LSR Fortessa, Canto, Aria)
• Proficient in tissue culture techniques
• Familiarity with molecular biology (DNA preparation)
• Software proficiency: BD FACSDiva, FlowJo, FCS Express, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team-oriented environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to follow established policies and procedures and maintain neat, accurate, and complete records
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• A Bachelor’s or Master of Science degree in cellular or molecular biology, immunology, cell biology, or a related scientific discipline
• Minimum 2 years of lab experience
• Flow cytometry and tissue culture experience required

Preferred: Familiarity with assay automation and automated liquid handlers