What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Specialist | Flow Cytometry Core position at Sanford Health?
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Facility: Sanford Center Building
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 2301 East 60th St N, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $19.00 - $30.50
Department Details
The mission of the Flow Cytometry Core is to assist all the investigators in the Sanford community and their regional collaborators.
The Flow Cytometry Core provides a centralized resource of state-of-art equipment and expertise for multi-color flow cytometry and cell sorting services. Specialized staff assists users with experimental design, equipment optimization and operation, and data analysis.
For more information visit https://research.sanfordhealth.org/services/core-facilities/flow-cytometry-core
Job Summary
Performs non-complex to moderately-complex laboratory testing, experiments and analyses following established protocols. Daily administrative responsibilities of the lab. Participates in the development of protocols, revisions, amendments and monitor plan & scope. Maintains records of research. Compile and analyze data. Make figures and graphs to represent data. Responsible for regulatory record keeping and training. Supervises maintenance and servicing of research center shared equipment and facilities. Participates in regular meetings with other senior technical staff from other research centers to resolve issues related to purchasing, lab infrastructure, facility status, lab/ office logistical functions, and intra research center cooperation. Required to serve as a representative of research center interests and needs on multi-research center committees, panels and groups. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Set up and Operate Flow Cytometers and Sorters
- Perform all necessary QC and machine troubleshooting
- Perform routine laboratory benchwork
- Analyze data
- Tracking and reporting inventory supplies.
- Assisting Core Users with instrument and software training. Assist Core Users to troubleshoot a variety of general issues related to data acquisition, data analysis, and data storage.
- Assisting in the execution of Core related projects.
- Effectively communicate with senior technical staff, office staff and other clients clearly and professionally.
- Resolves issues and performs duties as required to meet customer requirements
- Candidate must be able to work independently and as a team player.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA or BS (4 year Degree).
- Previous experience in flow cytometry preferred
- Good computer proficiency with MS-Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as strong data entry skills
- Familiarity with Flow-Jo software packages is preferred
- Good customer service skills, with the ability to remain calm, pleasant and professional during times of stress.
- Good work ethic with the ability to complete work accurately and timely, with general direction.
- Good professional and effective communication skills, verbal, and written.
- Sanford Research is a multi-site institution and occasional local travel between sites may be required.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a clinical, health or life science field required.
Demonstrated prior experience and competence in research a environment preferred.
Benefits
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0199770
Job Function: Research
Featured: No
Salary : $19 - $31
