Associate Scientist
- Employer
- The University of Delaware
- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Mar 13, 2019
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- Discipline
- Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Health Sciences
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Job Type
- Research Scientist, Staff Scientist
- Organization Type
- Academia
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 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from minority group members, women, individuals with a disability and veterans. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/ legalnotices.html. Employment offers will be conditioned upon successful completion of a criminal background check. A conviction will not necessarily exclude you from employment.
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