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The Translational and Correlative Studies Laboratory (TCSL) Research Specialist C will serve as the primary flow cytometry technician for the Correlative Flow Cytometry Team, functioning as a super-user of the BD LSR II Fortessa, as well as the FCS Express flow cytometry analysis software.

This individual will assist the Team Lead in conducting extensive weekly planning to accommodate diverse polychromatic flow cytometry panels alongside the team’s processing commitments, create detailed flow cytometry experimental plans, and play a pivotal role to ensure smooth functioning of the sample pipeline. Further, this staffer will be responsible for the execution of a majority of the flow cytometry obligations of the Cellular Correlative Team, including complex immune-phenotyping of whole bone marrow samples from Multiple Myeloma patients.

The Research Specialist C will also undertake the development and validation of non-routine cellular correlative assays in conjunction with standard obligations. Finally, this individual will contribute to the daily processing and bio-banking of human samples from numerous clinical trials.

A Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences and 3-5 years academic laboratory work of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Two years’ expertise with multiparametric flow cytometry and cellular assays (required). Familiarity with BD LSR II Fortessa flow cytometer, FlowJo and FCS Express software (preferred). Human sample handling: blood, bone marrow aspirate, tissues, fluids (preferred).
Strong organizational skills (preferred).

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