Senior Scientist, Flow Cytometry
Senior Scientist, Flow Cytometry
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$ 108473 - 162710
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Job Description
Senior Scientist Flow Cytometry
Summary of the Group
The Flow Cytometry group is part of Dynamic Omics/ Centre for Genomics Research (CGR) and Discovery Sciences within AstraZeneca and work across all therapeutic areas: Oncology Cardiovascular Renal and Metabolism (CVRM) Respiratory and Immunology (R&I) Vaccines and Immunotherapies (V&I) and Rare Diseases. The team supports over 600 scientists globally and delivers key data to projects across all phases of the drug discovery and development and we work with all modalities from small molecules to biologics. The Flow Cytometry Center of Excellence is among the leading flow cytometry organizations worldwide (as recently recognized by the International Society for Advancement of Cytometry) equipped with stateoftheart instrumentation and cuttingedge technology and expertise.
Introduction to role
In this role you will support the operations of the team in Gaithersburg MD with a particular focus on flow cytometry core lab experience and cell sorting. You will also participate in collaborations with multiple therapeutic areas. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work and grow in a fastpaced environment under the supervision of senior staff members.
Accountabilities
In this role you will serve as a primary resource to:
Support the daily operation and maintenance of flow cytometers with a specific focus on cell sorting and ensure accurate acquisition and management of data under local and global flow cytometry leadership
Collaborate on innovative immunology/flow cytometry projects and/or automation solutions to support Oncology and BioPharma within AstraZeneca
Be an expert in multicolor flow cytometry review and analyze data interpret experimental results and summarize data for presentations and reports with accountability for accuracy
Contribute to the development of new technological platforms such as Imaging Flow Cytometry
Demonstrate excellent collaborative and proactive problemsolving skills to include identifying a problem and taking appropriate actions and knowing when to seek guidance
Essential Skills/Experience
PhD degree (or equivalent experience) in Immunology Bioinformatics Engineering or a related quantitative discipline and 3 years of relevant experience or a Masters with 5 years or a Bachelors with 8 years of directly relevant outstanding performance
Cell sorting and flow cytometry core experience
Track record of scientific excellence in immunology flow cytometry and/or automation
Highcontent and/or spectral flow cytometry experience
Experience with a variety of flow cytometry data analysis and bioinformatic tools including FlowJo FCS Express OMIQ or Cytobank
Great teamwork and communication skills both verbal and written
Strong multitasking time management and organizational skills
Desirable Skills/Experience
Programming skills such as Python and R are desirable
Experience in automation is desirable
Experience in understanding and analyzing other omics data (e.g. transcriptomics mass spec) is a plus
Microscopy experience is desirable
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industryleading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on nondiscrimination in employment (and recruitment) as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
At AstraZeneca we are at the forefront of creating new solutions that put patients at the core. We harness digital data and analytics to reimagine healthcares future and deliver improved outcomes beyond core medicine. Our collaborative culture drives innovation empowering us to unleash creativity and bring modern approaches to everyday challenges. Join us as we push boundaries within regulatory limits leveraging technology to redefine patient experiences across their entire journey.
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The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $108473 to $162710. Hourly and salaried nonexempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. In addition our positions offer a shortterm incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equitybased longterm incentive program (salaried roles) to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles) and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program 401(k) plan; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and health benefits including medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an atwill position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
Date Posted
28Apr2025Closing Date
29May2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations please complete the section in the application form.Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
