Scientist, Flow Cytometry

Pfm; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 89,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement savings benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Precision Medicine Group in Frederick, MD is seeking a Scientist to drive flow cytometry projects, including assay development, validation and execution. You will design experiments, analyze data, and help improve SOPs while supporting other cell-based assays.

The role requires a Master’s degree in life sciences and at least five years of relevant laboratory experience, plus expert flow cytometry on whole blood and isolated cells. Strong data skills and collaboration with teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in life sciences or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Expert level flow cytometry skills on whole blood and isolated cells.
• Strong data organization and reporting ability.
• Proficiency with common software for data analysis and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform Flow cytometry as primary assay and other immune assays.
• Design and perform experiments, analyze data, and present results.
• Assist in establishing and updating SOPs and documentation.
• Troubleshoot scientific issues and implement new techniques.
• Collaborate with technical teams and support equipment qualifications.
• Prepare reports and contribute to publications and proposals.

Skills

Flow cytometry

ELISpot

ELISA

MSD

Data analysis

Computational skills

Education

Master’s Degree in life sciences

Tools

FlowJo

Diva

GraphPad Prism

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary:

Participate in flow cytometry projects through assay development, validation, and execution in a timely manner. Perform assays according to SOPs and support development of new procedures and improvement of existing SOPs. May perform other cell based assays.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Perform Flow cytometry primarily, as well as, other immune assays
• Design and perform experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data
• High quality output is essential with the ability to build efficiency into improving productivity metrics
• Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation
• Responsible for trouble shooting and correcting routine scientific issues/problems
• Identify, update and implement emerging laboratory techniques
• Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment
• Work collaboratively with other technical teams in resource sharing and providing technical expertise
• Support new equipment operational qualifications and performance checks
• Monitor Product and Service/R&D related project expenses
• Act as a scientific resource externally to clients and internally
• Assists with writing, reviewing and editing contract and grant applications/proposals as appropriate.
• Assists with writing and publishing papers, abstracts, techniques/or chapters to maintain the scientific standard and image of the company
• May present completed work at appropriate scientific meetings and in publications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• Master’s Degree in life sciences or other relevant field
• 5 years of relevant laboratory experience

Other Required:

• Expert level flow cytometry skills using both whole blood and isolated cells
• Demonstrated skills in monitoring cell-mediated immunity through flow cytometry, as well as, ELISpot, ELISA and MSD
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required
• Must have the ability to organize and analyze data, as well as, prepare reports
• Must possess strong computational skills, preferably experienced with Word, Excel, Power Point, GraphPad Prism, Diva, and FlowJo
• Excellent use of judgment and discretion required
• Extended work hours may be occasionally necessary in order to meet business demands
• The ability to see and differentiate between colors on the full color spectrum
• Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred:

• A solid understanding of current GLP or CAP/CLIA/ISO standards
• Demonstrated skills with assays used for immunophenotyping such as primary cell based assays, ELISpot, ELISA and Mesoscale
• Experience with cell sorting techniques

Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Precision, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits.

Reasonable estimate of the current range

$89,000 - $127,500 USD

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.