Sr. Flow Cytometry Specialist
About The Position
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job Title Sr. Flow Cytometry Specialist Location(s) Merck (Boston) - Customer Site MA Job Description Job Responsibilities Instrument & Core Support Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair flow cytometry instruments in the core laboratory. Document instrument usage and maintenance history; ensure compliance with safety and data integrity standards. Manage lab supplies and reagents for uninterrupted operations. Provide training and consultation on cytometry technologies; support cell sorting in collaboration with core staff. Assay Development & Scientific Support Design and optimize flow cytometry protocols for immunophenotyping and biomarker analysis. Collaborate with project teams to develop and validate cellular assays. Analyze and interpret complex flow data; deliver actionable insights.
Requirements
- Flow cytometry sample preparation (intracellular and surface staining).
- Familiarity with at least 3 instruments (e.g., Fortessa, LSR II, Symphony, Celesta, Attune NxT, Aurora, Sony ID7000/MA900).
- Proficiency in FlowJo/FCSExpress; experience with high-dimensional data analysis tools (e.g., Cytobank, Omiq).
- Strong record-keeping and troubleshooting skills; familiarity with electronic lab notebooks.
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline with 5 years of industry experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with mass cytometry.
- Immunoassays (MSD, ELISA, Luminex).
- Biospecimen processing (blood, primary cells, tissues).
- Building in vitro cellular assays.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair flow cytometry instruments in the core laboratory.
- Document instrument usage and maintenance history; ensure compliance with safety and data integrity standards.
- Manage lab supplies and reagents for uninterrupted operations.
- Provide training and consultation on cytometry technologies; support cell sorting in collaboration with core staff.
- Design and optimize flow cytometry protocols for immunophenotyping and biomarker analysis.
- Collaborate with project teams to develop and validate cellular assays.
- Analyze and interpret complex flow data; deliver actionable insights.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
