Flow Cytometry Specialist

Job Description Summary

Want to utilize your flow cytometry skills as an in-house technical subject matter expert and resource? As a Flow Cytometry Specialist within the Research & Development (R&D) department, you will be responsible for independently managing and maintaining the flow cytometry facilities in the R&D lab for internal clients.
In this role, you will be integral for developing and administering STEMCELL’s comprehensive R&D lab skills training curriculum, providing education and training to other lab staff. You will also serve as a valued technical resource, assisting in troubleshooting of assay and instrument issues and monitoring and establishing continuous quality improvement.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a dedicated in-house flow cytometry expert and resource, particularly for complex analysis, and provide technical assistance and guidance 

• Provide an operator-assisted FACS service to support R&D team projects and train frequent users to operate the sorter as well as host internal training and external seminars on flow cytometry

• Generate and implement standard operating procedures and technical best practices, including standardized sample preparation, staining, analysis protocols and consult on design of flow cytometry panels

• Run quality control assessments on lab instruments; maintain and undertake minor repairs as required, as well as manage service providers for repairs and regular preventative maintenance

• Negotiate with suppliers for the purchase of flow cytometry instruments and service contracts, in consultation with Procurement

Knowledge and Qualifications

• 4+ years of demonstrated independent flow cytometry expertise from a combination of advanced degrees and/or work experience

• Ability to apply analytical thinking to independently troubleshoot equipment and propose solutions with a customer service mentality

• Training experience in small and large group settings and knowledge of effective training methods is highly desirable

• Relevant flow cytometry training certification and experience in GxP expectations (21 CFR part 11 compliance, documentation, audits, etc.) is preferred

STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, accessory products, and services. Through our many regional offices, as well as our distribution centers in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble, and Singapore, we deliver our innovative, specialized products to more than 100 countries. With over 2300 employees globally, most with scientific or engineering degrees, STEMCELL is proud to be the largest biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact. 

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

The annual base salary for this job ranges from:

$78,640.00 - $118,000.00

STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization. For jobs that are eligible for sales incentives, the range noted above is inclusive of target incentives; actual incentives are based on individual performance results in accordance with company policy. In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.

NOTE: STEMCELL’s vaccination policy requires that all candidates for this role be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including boosters), as currently recommended or required by local health authorities and public health orders, unless an exemption from this policy is approved through our accommodation request process.

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