Associate Scientist

Associate Scientist
The University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware

Under limited direction, the Associate Scientist will lead and manage a newly formed Flow Cytometry lab that is embedded in a satellite site of the Bio-Imaging Center. In this role, the Associate Scientist will independently manage and lead all of the flow cytometry and fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS) day-to-day operation, research project consultation, and training of users. The Associate Scientist will be able to determine how flow cytometry or FACS advances a research project and will provide high-level intellectual contributions in experimental design and analysis of multi-color labeling protocols.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the daily operations of flow cytometry and FACS to provide high quality fee-for-service access.
• Operate and maintain analysis/sorting instrumentation, ancillary equipment, and data analysis workstations.
• Maintain knowledge of current technological developments and trends in the area of flow cytometry and FACS. Evaluate and recommend new technologies.
• Develop, adapt, or adopt new protocols, specialized methods, multicolor panels, and assay formats.
• Perform Flow and FACS procedures for investigators as needed.
• Train new users on flow cytometry and develop a training regime consisting of hands-on training, a user manual, and workshops.
• Conduct scientific outreach to build and maintain a vibrant, broad user-base.
• Direct projects or manage specialized segments of highly technical or complex studies.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and users on design, analysis, application and reporting of research projects.
• Assist with other instrumentation and services within the Bio-Imaging Center as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in related discipline and five years of experience in Biology/Chemistry/Biophysics or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ph.D. preferred.
• In-depth and up to-date knowledge of flow cytometry and FACS.
• Proficiency with BD analyzers and FACS/Diva data analysis.
• Ability to adhere to and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to follow and/or optimize research methodologies and protocols.
• Effective leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a service-oriented approach to assisting users in a core facility.
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
• Ability to train and instruct others, and interact effectively well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
• Motivation to learn new techniques, flexibility, and ability to interact with a diverse group of research personnel.
• Experience with imaging technologies, including but not limited to whole animal imaging, intravital microscopy, microCT, or ultrasound imaging is desirable.

To Apply: 
To Apply:  For a complete list of requirements and job duties and to apply online, please visit the UDJOBS website at www.udel.edu/udjobs  Job ID 106156 .

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