Senior Research Support Specialist

Flow Cytometry Network; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious public research university in Buffalo is seeking a Senior Research Support Specialist to oversee flow cytometry and cell sorting services within its Optical Imaging and Analysis Facility. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering field and have fundamental knowledge of fluorescence and flow cytometry. This role requires a strong commitment to customer service and compliance with biosafety standards. Compensation ranges from $55,000 to $62,000, depending on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering field.
• Basic professional knowledge of fluorescence and flow cytometry.
• Able to follow all biosafety level 2 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the facility’s flow cytometry and cell sorting services.

Skills

Basic professional knowledge of fluorescence and flow cytometry

Ability to follow biosafety level 2 requirements

Customer service experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering

Job description

Senior Research Support Specialist

University at Buffalo, 3435 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

Overview

The State University of New York at Buffalo is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Clinical Research Coordinator to join our Optical Imaging and Analysis Facility for the School of Dental Medicine. As a Senior Research Support Specialist, you will oversee the facility’s flow cytometry and cell sorting services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the facility’s flow cytometry and cell sorting services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering field.
• Basic professional knowledge of fluorescence and flow cytometry.
• Able to follow all biosafety level 2 requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in biology, optics, or similar field of study.
• One or more years of experience in a university core facility and/or research lab management. Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of complex instrumentation operations.
• One or more years of experience with flow cytometers and/or cell sorters, including flow cytometry analysis.
• Prior experience providing training on technical analytical instruments.
• One or more years of experience working in a customer service capacity or a similar customer facing position.
• Specialized training or advanced knowledge of immunology.

Salary: $55,000 - $62,000

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.