Position : Biology Scientist Must Have Flow cytometry Exp)
Location : San Diego CA
Duration : 12 Months
Total Hours/week : 40.00
1st Shift
Client: Medical Device Company
Job Category: Healthcare
Level Of Experience: MidLevel
Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only)
Work hours: 8 hours ideally between 8:305:30pm
3 Must haves on the resume:
Flow cytometry experience min. 12 years of handon research experience
Job Description:
- Client the leading provider of antibody reagents to the research immunology community is seeking an outstanding Scientist II to join our highly motivated Research Development team.
- The Scientist II is responsible for the development and evaluation of new reagents and testing new antibodies for use in flow cytometry applications.
- The Associate is responsible for routine accurate and timely testing of experimental samples according to standard protocols and operating procedures.
- The ability to execute scientific experiments of moderate scope is key.
- The successful candidate is expected to set up and execute these experiments be detail oriented skilled at data analysis and trouble shooting and will be accountable for preparing and presenting data at lab meetings. The Scientist II will prioritize daily workload and work with some supervision.
- The associate will participate in the analysis and review of data report results and complete all required documentation and database entries.
- In general the Scientist II will receive specific instructions and ongoing guidance regarding required tasks and expected results.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Routine accurate and timely completion of all assigned experimental tests.
- Will be expected to efficiently prioritize individual workload.
- Independently analyze research data solve problems with appropriate guidance and effectively plan follow up experiments.
- Responsible for the of experiments with varying complexity using multicolor 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 or operating procedures.
- Expected under supervision to develop skills and exercise judgment in troubleshooting routine assigned test procedures and in recommending appropriate corrective actions.
- Keeps abreast of the basic requirements for compliance in own area of work and complies with those requirements.
- Promotes a safe work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified.
- Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- The ideal candidate has the following skills:
- Software: BD FACS Diva FlowJo FCS Express and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Hands on experience: designing performing and analyzing flow cytometry experiments preferably on client flow cytometers (LSRII LSR Fortessa Canto Aria).
- Effective interpersonal skills must be able to work in a crossfunctional teamoriented environment to achieve organizational goals.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to keep neat accurate and complete records.
- Effective analytical and problemsolving skills.
Education and Experience:
- Requires a bachelors degree in cell biology immunology or related scientific discipline and a minimum of 24 years of laboratory experience.