Spatial Biology Scientist - 12-Month Temp (Seattle)

Bruker; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruker Spatial Biology seeks a Senior Scientist (Temp) in Seattle to lead the full experimental pipeline from FFPE processing to data delivery. You will work closely with internal and external teams to execute rigorous spatial biology workflows and ensure timely milestones.

The role requires a PhD with hands-on wet-lab experience in spatial platforms, FFPE processing, and multiplexed imaging, plus strong communication skills and on-site work availability.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with 3+ years post-graduate experience in spatial biology or a related field.
• Wet-lab experience with spatial biology platforms; not just data analysis.
• Strong FFPE tissue processing, in situ hybridization, and immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence.
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy and multiplexed imaging workflows.
• Ability to independently execute, troubleshoot, and meet delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

• Execute spatial multi-omic assays on FFPE tissue per SOPs and adapt for tissue-specific challenges.
• Own end-to-end sample processing: QC/triage, sectioning, staining, hybridization, instrument setup.
• Generate single-cell spatial data and QC across imaging cycles; troubleshoot in real time.
• Curate and package datasets with clear chain-of-custody and version control.
• Maintain run logs, QC reports, and protocol deviation documentation.
• Communicate progress and results to project lead and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Spatial biology expertise

Wet-lab execution

FFPE tissue processing

Immunohistochemistry

Fluorescence microscopy

Education

Ph.D. in bioengineering / biomedical engineering / biophysics / chemical biology / cancer biology or related field

Tools

CosMx

Multiplexed imaging

Job description

Bruker Spatial Biology seeks a Senior Scientist (Temp) in Seattle to lead the full experimental pipeline from FFPE processing to data delivery. You will work closely with internal and external teams to execute rigorous spatial biology workflows and ensure timely milestones.

The role requires a PhD with hands-on wet-lab experience in spatial platforms, FFPE processing, and multiplexed imaging, plus strong communication skills and on-site work availability.