Cytometry Technical Specialist (On site)
Company: Stanford University
Location: Stanford
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
The Shared FACS Facility at Stanford University is seeking a
Cytometry Technical Specialist to join our service center team. The
facility is a highly utilized flow cytometry service center that
provides consistent, high-quality, state-of-the-art flow cytometric
tools and applications to researchers throughout Stanford
University and research institutions/companies in the region.
This position has 2 primary components: The first is an emphasis on
technical support for flow cytometry and sorting instrumentation.
Direct experience in flow cytometry is not required; training will
be provided, but a successful applicant will bring high mechanical
aptitude, an enthusiasm for understanding the inner workings of
scientific instrumentation, and a desire to learn these systems.
The second major component of this position is to provide operator
support for the flow cytometry and sorting instrumentation. This
will include using your expertise in flow cytometry and sorting to
teach, assist, and troubleshoot flow cytometry and sorting
experiments in collaboration with researchers. Willingness to learn
new techniques and troubleshoot technical problems is a
requirement.The successful applicant will be trained on the cutting
edge of flow cytometry research and will assist users in novel
research using multicolor sorting and analysis. As with any busy
laboratory environment, excellent personal communication skills and
the ability to manage a time and an appointment schedule is a must.
So, if you are interested in a dynamic workspace with great
colleagues, and want to use your technical skills and gain
cytometry knowledge to help other researchers join our team!
Duties include:
- Perform routine maintenance on facility equipment, including
startup and QC of cytometers.
- Become familiar with all instrumentation used in the facility
and provide technical support for repair and instrumnetn
troubleshooting as needed.
- Work with research staff on implementation of updates to FACS
facility instruments and computer capabilities.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule and to work in a BSL-2
environment to meet the needs of the facility.
- Provide operator support for researchers on running experiments
on the instrumentation.
- Take responsibility for non-routine instrument maintenance and
repair (complementing instrument manufacturer service).
- Perform general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock,
manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general
lab support as needed. *- Other duties may also be assigned DESIRED
QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires mechanical/technical
aptitude to understand the design and functions of cytometry
research instrumentation.
While desirable, direct experience with flow cytometry is not a
requirement with demonstrable experience or technical expertise in
scientific instrument repair/engineering, etc.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED): Bachelor's degree in related
scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or
Master's degree in a related scientific field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
- Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
- General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master
computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
- Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
- Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and
outcomes.
- Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is
essential.
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to
accurately complete detailed work.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend,
stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp
forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write
by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40
pounds. Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above
shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts. Rarely climb, scrub,
sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls. Must
have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.Ability to
bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on
hard surfaces for up to eight hours.Ability to lift heavy objects
weighing up to 50 pounds.Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and
odorous environment.Position may require repetitive motion.
*- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University
will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a
disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential
functions of his or her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- May require working in close proximity to blood borne
pathogens.
- May require work in an environment where animals are used for
teaching and research.
- Position may at times require the employee to work with or be
in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are
present.
- Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal
protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective
clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
- May require extended or unusual work hours based on research
requirements and business needs.WORK STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates
the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and
with external organizations.Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates
commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety;
communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors
bases on training and lessons learned.Subject to and expected to
comply with all applicable University policies and procedures,
including but not limited to the personnel policies and other
policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,.The
expected pay range for this position is $71,000 to $88,000 per
annum.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good
faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for
a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope
and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the
selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal
equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable
jobs.
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