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National Institutes of Health (NIH), Bethesda, USA
Overview
We are currently searching for a Flow Cytometry Research Associate to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This opportunity is a full-time position with MSC, and it is on-site in Bethesda, MD.
Duties & Responsibilities
Perform a wide range of complex procedures in the Laboratory. Specific techniques may include, but are not limited to, monoclonal antibody conjugation, fluorescent dye chemistry, peripheral mononuclear cell isolation, multiparameter flow cytometry, T cell stimulation assays, immunophenotyping, and tissue culture.
Conduct independent research under the guidance of the Chief, including planning, and conducting of experiments, data analysis and peer reviewed publication of data.
Coordinate clinical specimen management, including inventory, sampling, and analysis, in support of the clinical research protocols.
Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory instruments under standard guidelines and following Standard Operating Procedures to perform test, analyses, and other procedures.
Interact with scientists from other organizations or institutions involved in similar or related research projects.Interact with students, post-doctoral fellows and non-doctoral research technicians on experimental design and laboratory-based methodologies.
Train laboratory personnel on optimal use of newly-built flow cytometry technologies and ensure that the data obtained by those personnel are appropriately generated.Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments.
Analyze experimental data, prepare summary analyses for presentation and/or publication, and write substantial portions of manuscripts including such data
Requirements
Master’s degree in Biology, Immunology, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree plus three (3) years of experience may be considered equivalent.
Minimum of three (3) years of laboratory-based training in Immunology or a closely related field.
Extensive experience with all aspects of flow cytometry including instrument standardization, calibration, and assay optimization.
Experience performing a variety of laboratory procedures, including monoclonal antibody conjugation, fluorescent dye chemistry, peripheral mononuclear cell isolation, multiparameter flow cytometry, T cell stimulation assays, immunophenotyping, and tissue culture
Excellent written skills and experience in oral presentations.