We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Research Associate to join the flow cytometry core team within the Gilead Sciences Research department. The successful candidate will contribute to the day-to-day operations of the flow cytometry core and maintaining a high-functioning laboratory capable of meeting the needs of Gilead's Oncology, Inflammation, and Virology therapeutic discovery groups. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment, monthly and daily cleaning and QC, training and advising on the use of instrumentation, performing cell sorts. S/he will also be involved in the development, validation, and troubleshooting flow-based assays that will improve our understanding of disease pathobiology. Direct experience in flow cytometry is desirable for this role, however training will be provided to advance this skillset.
Main responsibilities: • Perform instrument calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting, interface with field engineers • Perform multiparameter cell sorting - set up the sorter and/or operate the sorter for users, optimize cell sorting conditions for given assays, training on specific instruments will be offered • Share best practice in flow cytometry and provide guidance on panel design and optimization • Execute experiments aimed at validating standard operating procedures for flow cytometry assays • Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing
Knowledge, Experience and Skills: • Previous industry and/or flow cytometry core setting experience desired • Basic cell biology and immunology knowledge and technical expertise in performing cell-based assays is considered a plus • Ability to troubleshoot and optimize assays as needed, identifying and applying novel techniques or protocols from the scientific literature • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and technical) and interpersonal skills are required • Highly collaborative, fast-learner, able to maintain productive cross-functional interactions, think critically, and work resourcefully to resolve problems as they arise • Excellent computer skills, knowledgeable in Windows-based systems and able to learn new software and hardware quickly
Required Years of Experience: none to 5
Top 3 Required Skill Sets: communication/collaboration, team-player, fast-learner
Top 3 Nice to Have Skill Sets: flow cytometry, cell sorting, immunophenotyping