Beam Therapeutics Inc. Cambridge , MA 02138
Posted 3 weeks ago
Position Overview
Beam is seeking a highly energetic flow cytometry expert to join our team as a Research Associate/Senior Research Associate to evaluate lead candidate cell therapies for the treatment of Hematological and Immunological diseases. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing flow cytometry analyses and cell sorting on Beam's cell therapy products as well as performing user training and instrument troubleshooting and routine maintenance. This position will work closely with multiple research teams and functional groups.
Primary Responsibilities:
Support all internal/external research programs
Execute specimen preparation, staining and sample acquisition of flow cytometric data
Perform cell sorting on BD FACS Melody, FACSAria Fusion or BD FACS Symphony S6
Design, plan, and execute assay development and/or platform development within the core flow cytometry group and cross-functionally
Perform flow data analyses and interpretation, and present data at group meetings
Maintain electronic notebook record of performed experiments
Provide basic training to researcher on various flow cytometers and cell sorters
Evaluate and troubleshoot instrument issues
Assist in coordinating core lab logistics (e.g. user scheduling, vendor/maintenance calls, etc)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in biology, immunology, or related discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (Bachelor) or 3 years of relevant experience (Master).
Deep scientific knowledge in flow-based assays,immune cell phenotyping of immune cell subsets, including hematopoietic stem cells.
Experience in flow data analyses, interpretation, and data presentation.
Experience in cell sorting desirable
Ability to represent the interests of the group on cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated, detail oriented, and manage multiple laboratory activities
Contribute to a positive and exciting work environment
Beam Therapeutics Inc.