Associate Scientist (flow cytometry/cell based assays)

Company: Precision Medicine Group
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: June 26, 2022

Job Description:

APosition SummaryThe Associate Scientist will perform specialized flow cytometry and cell-based assay 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 plate-based assays.Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Perform flow cytometry, as well as other immune and cell-based assays such as ELISpot and MLR and plate-based assays such as MSD assays
• Designs and conducts flow cytometry assays to develop and validate new panels
• Support clinical sample testing and analysis
• Independently analyzes and organizes data
• Participates in client discussions
• Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation
• Identify, update and implement emerging laboratory techniques
• Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment
• Act as a scientific resource externally to clients and internally
• Assists with writing, reviewing and editing protocols and reports as appropriate.
• May present completed work at appropriate scientific meetings and in publications
• Other duties as assignedQualificationsMinimum Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 8 years relevant lab experience; or
  • Master's Degree with 2 years relevant lab experience
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry or Life SciencesOther Required
    • Experience with multi-color flow cytometry assays using both whole blood or isolated cells
    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required
    • The ability to organize and analyze data and assist in preparation of 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 -20 -C -196 -C)
    • Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English languagePreferred
      • Familiarity with GLP and GDP
      • Experience with FACS techniques
      • Experience in cell-mediated immunity through flow cytometry, as well as, ELISpot, ELISA, MSD, and/or LuminexAny data provided as a part of this application will be stored in accordance with our Privacy Policy .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. - 2020 Precision Medicine Group, LLCIf you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Precision Medicine Group at QuestionForHR@precisionmedicinegrp.com .

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