Senior Flow Cytometry Specialist: Imaging & Spectral

PerkinElmer; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer in Massachusetts seeks an experienced Instrument Readiness Senior Specialist in Flow Core to support imaging and high-parameter flow cytometry workflows, maintain and service instruments, and ensure research programs run smoothly.

You will manage consumables, assist with robotics integration, perform data analysis and gating, and collaborate with scientists to optimize protocols and throughput in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in physical or biological science or a related science with 6+ years of relevant experience, with at least 2 directly related to flow cytometry.
• Master’s degree in physical or biological science or related field with 3+ years relevant experience, including 2 in flow cytometry.
• Experience operating Amnis/Cytek ImageStream and Cytek Aurora platforms; proficiency with IDEAS and OMIQ software.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging flow cytometry (ImageStream) to support research programs and generate high-quality data.
• Perform high-parameter spectral flow cytometry with Cytek Aurora and apply advanced gating strategies.
• Maintain daily instrument operations, perform routine maintenance, and coordinate with vendors for preventive maintenance.
• Document instrument usage and results; manage reagents and consumables inventory.
• Troubleshoot instrument issues and assist with robotics systems (Spinnaker, Biosero) as needed.
• Train staff on basic flow cytometry operations and safety protocols.
• Contribute to protocol development and data analysis, including gating strategies and data interpretation.
• Support sorting operations with Sony MA900 and assist complex experiments with flow team.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BA/BS in physical or biological science

Master's in physical or biological science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

PerkinElmer in Massachusetts seeks an experienced Instrument Readiness Senior Specialist in Flow Core to support imaging and high-parameter flow cytometry workflows, maintain and service instruments, and ensure research programs run smoothly.

You will manage consumables, assist with robotics integration, perform data analysis and gating, and collaborate with scientists to optimize protocols and throughput in a fast-paced laboratory environment.