Flow Cytometry Core, Lead, Research Office (COM-P)

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reduction

Retirement plan

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking a Flow Cytometry Core Lead to manage daily operations, maintain instruments, and provide expert support for high-parameter flow cytometry projects.

The role involves advising researchers on panel design, data acquisition, and analysis, while coordinating with core director on SOPs, training, and contracts. Strong leadership and deep instrument knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience operating flow cytometers and cell sorters; familiarity with multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily startup, calibration, routine maintenance, and operation of flow cytometers and cell sorters (BD, Cytek, Thermo).
• Design panels and perform unmixing and reagent optimization as requested by users.
• Provide user support and consult on experimental design, SOPs, and training materials.
• Assist with data analysis and management; maintain accurate experiment records and instrument usage.
• Support contracts and strategic development of core facilities.

Skills

Leadership/Influence

Communication

Discipline knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

BD instruments

Cytek systems

Thermo Attune NxT

Job description

Flow Cytometry Core, Lead, Research Office (COM-P)

The Flow Cytometry Core Lead is responsible for the core's daily operations, maintenance, and technical expertise. It assists the flow core director with conducting scientific procedures/experiments in high-parameter flow cytometry and on collaborative projects. This role supports a diverse research community by maintaining core instrumentation (including Cytek, BD, and Thermo platforms), performing hands-on flow experiments, assisting the core director with high-parameter experimental design and data analysis, working with internal and external users, and assisting with contractual projects.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

Instrument and Maintenance:

Perform daily startup, calibration, routine maintenance, and operation of all flow cytometers and cell sorters, specifically BD Biosciences instruments (Canto), Cytek spectral instruments (5 laser Aurora CS, 5 laser Aurora analyzer, 3 laser Northern lights), Thermofisher (4 laser Attune NxT), and Lyse wash assistant (BD). As requested by different users, performs panel design, unmixing and other reagent optimization services. Conduct routine troubleshooting and coordinate timely repairs and service maintenance with manufacturers.

Cell Sorting & Sample Processing:

Operate high-speed cell sorters for simple/complex experiments, ensuring post-sort sample integrity for downstream applications such as sequencing or culture. Experience with optimal sample preparation and handling procedures, including the use of cell strainers and compensation beads, to ensure high-quality samples for analysis and sorting.

User Support:

Help users with any assisted usage as required by projects. Assist core director to consult with researchers on experimental design, protocol development (including multi-parameter panel design), and data acquisition/analysis. Assist core director to develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training materials for all facility operations.

Data Analysis & Management:

Assist core director on collaborative projects with internal faculty. Work with core director on high parameter data analysis. Ensure detailed records of experiments, outcomes, and instrument usage are maintained.

Contracts and Others:

Perform flow cytometry work as per designated contracts received at the core. Help flow core director with technological advancement of the core.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate direction from leadership and articulate impact on staff work objects.
• Knowledge of professional concepts, principles, and practices within a specialized discipline, with the ability to apply this expertise or integrate knowledge across related disciplines to support sound decision-making and effective general management.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Research

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $75,540 - $98,201

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 10

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Career Stream and Level PC4

Job Family Service and Core Facilities

Job Function Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Office of Talent Acquisition

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Open Date 9/3/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missing information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum qualifications.

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