Research Associate in Flow Cytometry (f/m/d) \\xe2\\x80\\x93 cell analysis and cell sorting / multiplexed panels / complex data analysis & interpretation/ operations processes in Early Drug Discovery/ Agile/ Collaborative / English
Project: For our customer a big pharmaceutical company in Basel we are looking for a highly qualified Research Associate in Flow Cytometry.
Background: In Roche\\xe2\\x80\\x99s Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED), we make transformative medicines for patients in order to tackle some of the world\\xe2\\x80\\x99s toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED, we are united by our mission to transform science into medicines. Together, we create a culture defined by curiosity, responsibility and humility, where our talented people are empowered and inspired to bring forward extraordinary life-changing innovation at speed. The 360 Labs are a new capability that is currently being built up within the Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED). The primary mission of this effort is to provide greater access and support for the use of cutting-edge biomedical research technologies by scientists across our discovery portfolio. Operating as an integrated ecosystem, the 360 Lab environment will deliver core scientific technologies, expertise and enabling activities, as well as facilitate knowledge sharing and learning experiences in close collaboration with our therapeutic areas and functions. Together, these efforts will serve to increase the speed, enhance the robustness and improve the sustainability of our exploratory research and early discovery activities. We are currently recruiting scientific professionals with varied backgrounds in Flow Cytometry. In these new roles, your collaborative mindset is as valued as your scientific expertise. The 360 Labs are by nature a hands-on, interactive workplace where face to face presence in our labs is a priority. Our ambition is to bring to life a thriving workplace environment, acting as an highly integrated ecosystem, supporting research and development, working collaboratively, and focused on fostering excellence and sustainability. The Flow Cytometry 360 Lab is seeking an experienced, highly motivated and collaborative Flow Cytometry Scientist to join its team located at the Roche Innovation Center Basel. This individual will make a vital contribution enabling pRED wide access to advanced analyzers and sorters as well as high-level technical and scientific expertise in flow cytometry. Furthermore they will work as a part of a matrix team and collaborate closely with experts from various pRED therapeutic disease areas and functions to advance drug discovery and development of projects using groundbreaking technology..
The perfect candidate: The ideal candidate has a degree in Biology, Biochemistry or Chemistry and at least 3 years of industry level working experience in flow cytometry. Ideally the person has related experience in the execution of cell analysis and cell sorting experiments, including the design of multiplexed panels. Candidates should be detail-oriented and precise workers.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Perform daily QC on instruments. monitor performance and perform routine maintenance and
troubleshooting on equipment to ensure continual production of high-quality experimental data
Provide training and support across a wide range of flow cytometry instrumentation such as
BD Fortessa/Symphony A5, BC Cytoflex, Attune NxT, iQue, and Cytek Aurora platforms, as well as independent operation of cell sorters, such as BD FACSAria Fusion
Work closely with other laboratory research teams across the pRED organization to formulate
innovative flow cytometry strategies and assist with panel design, data analysis and interpretation
Apply scientific rigor to ensure proper and robust assay documentation and high quality (FAIR)
data generation
Embrace a continuous learning mindset by actively engaging with the scientific literature to
stay abreast of emergent technologies/ approaches in the flow cytometry field
Must Haves:
A BS, Masters or PhD degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or another relevant field
Minimum 3 years of research experience in flow cytometry is required
Hands-on experience in flow cytometry in the execution of cell analysis and cell sorting experiments, including the design of multiplexed panels
In-depth experience with the design and execution of flow cytometry experiments /multiplexed panel design, together with complex data analysis and interpretation of results
leveraging different software platforms, such as FlowJo, OMIQ, or other flow cytometry data analysis platforms
Robust knowledge of flow cytometry techniques and technology platforms and proven experience working in a flow cytometry shared resource laboratory
Familiarity with the software tools and resources commonly used in the analysis of flow cytometry data
Excellent written communication and presentations skills with a high fluency in English
Solid understanding of the operations processes involved in early drug discovery & development
Soft Skills:
Curious and have a growth mindset along with a keen willingness to foster the education of others on complex themes and technologies;
Able to think outside the box and work in diverse, multicultural, global teams, with a demonstrated ability to implement new ideas in fast-paced research environments
Resourceful and flexible in problem solving, have excellent organizational skills, and is able to work in agile matrix teams with a sense of urgency in a fair, open and collaborative manner, ensuring that everyone has the required information at all times
Thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment which gives full accountability for individual contributions and development;
Keen interest in continuously building a personal network
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