Research associate: B-cell Sorting and Reagent operations

Danaher Corporation•Waltham, MA

5d•$53,500 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Associate supports antibody discovery by preparing splenocyte preparations, labeling proteins with fluorescent dyes, and assisting with flow cytometry workflows. The role also coordinates the reconstitution, aliquoting, storage, inventory, ordering, and order tracking of proteins, peptides, immunogens, and related laboratory materials. The position is part of the Antibody Discovery team in Waltham, Massachusetts, and reports to the B-cell Sorting Scientific Lead. It is an on-site laboratory role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, immunology, cell biology, or a related life-science field.
Laboratory experience with biological sample processing and liquid handling.
Ability to maintain accurate sample, inventory, and order records using spreadsheets, laboratory information systems, or comparable digital tools.
Ability to work on-site in a laboratory environment and follow applicable biosafety, chemical safety, and personal protective equipment requirements.
Ability to handle and store laboratory materials at refrigerated and frozen temperatures, including 4 C, -20 C, and -80 C storage locations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with flow cytometry, cell sorting, lymphocyte isolation, or splenocyte preparation.
Previous experience with mammalian cell culture.
Previous experience labeling proteins or other biological reagents with fluorescent dyes.
Previous experience with laboratory inventory management, purchasing, vendor communication, or order tracking in a regulated or quality-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare splenocytes and label proteins and other reagents with fluorescent dyes.
Assist with flow cytometry and cell-sorting workflows while maintaining accurate sample identification and experimental records.
Reconstitute, label, aliquot, store, and distribute proteins, peptides, immunogens, and related reagents for antibody discovery projects, following specified storage conditions and special handling instructions.
Maintain accurate aliquot and freezer inventory records.
Support material logistics by reviewing requests, obtaining quotes, placing and tracking orders, receiving materials, resolving issues with vendors and Procurement, and communicating status to stakeholders.