Flow Specialist Position Available In Mercer, New Jersey

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available. Our client is seeking a Flow Specialist in

Lawrenceville, NJ Role Description Duties and Responsibilities:

Representative responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Flow cytometers support and maintenance: Daily QC, monthly maintenance, troubleshoot, vendor service and preventative maintenance scheduling, instrument standardization, database management, and user training on BD, Sony, Cytek, Miltenyi, and Amnis instruments Provide training and assist researchers in experimental design and execution of flow cytometry experiments when necessary. Develop and review flow cytometry laboratory procedures and SOPs for Customer review and approval Maintenance of laboratory stocks of supplies and reagents at Customer’s expense Interface with Unity Lab Services on systems’ contract coverage, preventive maintenance, service calls to minimize system downtime and optimize performance Regular communication with user group on the usage, status, and performance of flow cytometry instrumentation Flow cytometry assays execution Ability to design and execute flow cytometry related experiments with limited supervision, which will include but not limited to: human primary cell subsets isolation, cell sorting, in vitro cell culture (short and long term), and flow cytometry readout.

Skills & Requirements Education:

BS/MS in biological science preferred.

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years of experience working in a flow cytometry lab in a research environment. Previous experience working in a laboratory flow core preferred. Must possess excellent organization skills and have a high attention to detail with a desire to get the job completed accurately and in a timely manner. Must be collaborative and a team player, resourceful and take initiative. The position requires strong interpersonal skills and exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written). Ability to exercise independent discretion and judgment to solve problems is essential. Strong analytical and computer skills, including expertise in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint are required. Top 3 Skills Flow Cytometry Lab Support/Flow Lab Experience

• technical knowledge to setup, maintain, and troubleshoot traditional and full spectrum analyzers and sorters Knowledgeable with various flow cytometry analytical concepts and familiar with performing the analysis on a variety of analytical applications, BD FACSDiva, FlowJo and other flow analysis software.

Experience in human primary cell culture and cellular sorting.

Working Conditions:

• Position handles Hazardous Materials
• Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.
• Ability to lift to 45 lbs. with assistance
• frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity.

Benefits/Other Compensation This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit). Why Hays? You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it. Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume? Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting. Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’. We also believe that actions speak louder than words. In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570. Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information. #LI-DNI #1177267

• Michal Mercier