Laboratory Technicians

Job Summary
The Flow Cytometry Core Facility offers instrumentation for the broader research community and works alongside roughly 100 different addition to providing instrumentation The Flow Core also has a critical full service pipeline of drop off projects mostly involving human blood clinical trials. After training there will be a wide array of potential procedures and projects available for applicants. These will include validations and optimization of large immunophenotyping panels along with instrument calibration and quality control. The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities
Assist with daily operations of the flow cytometry core facility including instrument startup and shutdown procedures Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of flow cytometers and associated equipment Prepare samples for analysis including cell staining washing and filtering under supervision Support basic flow cytometry data acquisition using established protocols Help organize and track samples reagents and laboratory supplies Maintain accurate records of instrument usage maintenance logs and experimental data Assist in quality control procedures to ensure proper instrument performance Provide general laboratory support including buffer preparation and waste disposal following safety guidelines Help manage inventory and notify staff of low-stock supplies Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and institutional policies Assist researchers and lab staff with basic troubleshooting and workflow setup Participate in training sessions to develop technical skills in flow cytometry and related laboratory methods Maintain cleanliness and organization of the core facility workspace Perform other administrative or lab-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelors degree 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Laboratory Technician I: Requires little to no related experience.