FLOW CYTOMETRY SCIENTIST

Integrated Resources, Inc

San Jose, California

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Contractor

SKILLS

Apoptosis, Assay Development, Auditing, Best Practices, Cell Analysis, Cell Biology, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Outcomes, Clinical Research, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Disease Prevention and Control, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Genomics, Hematology, Identify Issues, Immunoassays, Immunology, Information Technology & Information Systems, Instrumentation, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Equipment, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Marketing, Project Planning, Protocol Analysis, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulatory Requirements, Rehabilitation Nursing, Reporting Skills, Research Laboratory, Risk, Sample/Specimen Processing, Scientific Principles, Scientific Research, Software Administration, Statistics, Strategic Planning, System Validation, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Strategy, Testing, Training/Teaching, Validation Testing

LOCATION

San Jose, California

POSTED

1 day ago

Flow Cytometry ScientistIntegrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.Title: Flow Cytometry Scientist Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of Extension) Location: San Jose, CAJob Responsibilities:Our purpose is to help all people live healthy lives. We are a world leader bringing innovative tools to research and clinical laboratories in basic research, drug discovery and development, biopharmaceutical production and disease management. We develop technology that enables faster diagnosis and better clinical outcomes.To ensure that our cell analysis products deliver outstanding performance and exceed our customers' expectations, is seeking a passionate and capable Systems Verification and Validation Scientist II to contribute to a cross-disciplinary product development team, and to develop method improvements that drive greater efficiency and productivity of the Systems Verification and Validation team. The Systems Verification and Validation (SVV) Scientist II participates in the definition, design, and execution of SVV activities throughout all phases of the product development process for cellular analysis systems. This includes the design of test methods and test strategies, development and execution of formal protocols, analysis and interpretation of results, and communication of results and their impact through written reports, design reviews, and interactive discussions. The Level II Scientist works closely with systems engineers, marketing, and the product development team to support the successful application of new technologies and ensure that the system design meets technical, customer, and regulatory agency requirements.He/She regularly exercises sound, independent judgment and applies systems thinking, problem solving, debugging, and troubleshooting to generate innovative ideas to improve products or processes. The SVV Scientist II role is a hands-on testing and problem-solving role.The Level II Scientist conducts experiments using flow cytometry and applies strong knowledge in scientific principles, immunology, sample manipulation, and/or immunoassays to influence best practice laboratory procedures and study designs. The individual maintains up-to-date knowledge of customer workflows and scientific advancements in flow cytometry and will be called upon to represent the voice of the customer to product developers and assist with translating the customer needs to product requirements. He/She understands and communicates the broader impact of design features, test methods, and results to the user, customer, regulator, and to the marketability of the product. The SVV Scientist II leads projects or initiatives, including generation of project plans, development of test strategies that balance risk and business objectives, and directs small to medium sized teams.The individual exercises influence across functions, and contributes to cross-functional problem solving.QualificationsQualifications:The successful candidate will possess:Typically requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, or Clinical Laboratory Science with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience or a combination of equivalent education and experience.Hands on experience operating and troubleshooting flow cytometry analyzers and/or sorters, with knowledge of flow cytometry instrument platforms, applications and software, assay panel development and customer workflowsExperience designing and optimizing multi-parameter flow cytometry applications which may include: immuno phenotyping, apoptosis, cell proliferation, cell activation, receptor expression, and/or intracellular calcium fluxExperience researching and applying scientific principles to create new or optimize existing laboratory procedures, with an focus hematology, immunology, and/or molecular geneticsExperience performing statistical analysis and interpreting experimental resultsAbility to apply creative problem solving skills to novel or complex applicationsAbility to critically evaluate proposed study designs with basic knowledge of statistics, the calculation of sample sizes and/or estimation of statistical powerAbility to train bench-level personnel at multiple levels of education and/or expertiseStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with others in a multi-disciplinary teamExcellent written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated success leading projects, with the ability to meet technical objectives and solve challenges under conditions of ambiguity and rapid changeExperience handling and processing infectious blood samples in a Biosafety Level 2 laboratory using universal precautions Desired: (Preferred) MS degree in Immunology, Cell Biology or in a related scientific disciplineKnowledge or experience with genomics instrumentation, applications, and customer workflowsWorking knowledge of cellular and molecular immunology, in normal and pathological conditionsExperience working within a regulated medical device industry with knowledge or experience in FDA submissionsFamiliar with accreditation and guiding agencies for the clinical laboratory including CAP, CLIA, and CLSI, including experience in audits conducted by accrediting bodies

FLOW CYTOMETRY SCIENTIST

Integrated Resources, Inc

San Jose, California

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