Lead Principal Scientist, Flow Cytometry

ClinLab Solutions Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ClinLab Solutions Group in Frederick County, Maryland seeks an experienced scientist to lead and mentor laboratory teams, design and implement advanced cell-based assays, and drive technical excellence in flow cytometry. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to communicate scientific findings through reports, publications, and presentations.

You will coach staff, develop SOPs, validate assays to CAP/CLIA/ISO guidelines, analyze data, and contribute to client

Qualifications

• PhD in life sciences (Immunology or Cellular Biology).
• 8+ years of full-time post-doctoral laboratory experience.
• Hands-on flow cytometry experience; ELISpot or related assays preferred.
• Proficiency in standard biology lab techniques (cell isolation, primary assays).
• Experience with cell sorting, project timelines, client relationships, and SOPs.
• Validation/qualification of assays to CAP/CLIA/GLP or ISO guidelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; experience generating technical reports.
• Ability to distinguish colors across the spectrum; meet safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and train laboratory staff; set priorities and collaborate with leaders.
• Design and implement complex cell-based assays (flow immunophenotyping, primary assays).
• Develop and implement SOPs to ensure regulatory compliance and assay quality.
• Perform cell assays using established SOPs (flow cytometry, ELISpot) and troubleshoot issues.
• Generate technical reports, posters, papers, and white papers for clients and publications.
• Train staff in lab procedures, data review, and presentations; ensure safety and competency.
• Track laboratory efficiency and quality metrics; maintain safe work environment.
• Advise management on scientific and operational matters as a technical expert.

Skills

Leadership

Flow cytometry

SOP development

Training

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in life sciences

Tools

Flow cytometry instrumentation

Job description

ClinLab Solutions Group in Frederick County, Maryland seeks an experienced scientist to lead and mentor laboratory teams, design and implement advanced cell-based assays, and drive technical excellence in flow cytometry. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to communicate scientific findings through reports, publications, and presentations.

You will coach staff, develop SOPs, validate assays to CAP/CLIA/ISO guidelines, analyze data, and contribute to client