Research Scientist Job Listing at Kelly Services in Lenexa, KS (Job ID US3614517_BH9994165)

Description

Push the boundaries of cellular analysis as a Scientist at the forefront of flow cytometry innovation. Join a collaborative, research-driven team where your expertise will shape cutting-edge diagnostics.

Title: Research Scientist
Salary: $60-70,000 + Benefits 
Location: Lenexa, KS

Experience

• Operating, calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment
• Conducting testing and following procedures
• Documenting results
• Handling of chemical reagents
• Processing, handling and disposal of biohazardous materials and clinical specimens
• Writing standard operating procedures and study-specific work instructions
• Writing development and validation plans
• Reviewing process of validation documentation: protocols and reports
• Establishing timelines and priorities
• Conducting training in instrument operations, testing procedures and theoretical background
• Designing high-parameter panels for flow cytometry
• Advanced level experience in flow cytometry acquisition and data analysis software
• Performing daily setup and calibration of flow cytometers
• Processing and staining samples for flow cytometry
• Acquiring samples on a flow cytometer
• Designing flow cytometry data analysis templates
• Statistical evaluation of validation data
• Reviewing and monitoring assay performance and identifying trends
• Identifying and troubleshooting assay issues
• Reviewing and monitoring instrument performance and identifying trends
• Identifying and troubleshooting instrument issues
• Cell culture experience, a plus
• Experience leading a team, a plus
• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment, a plus
• Strong record of scientific publications, a plus
• Strong record of scientific presentations, a plus

Requirements

• Graduate or undergraduate degree in degree in related field. Advanced degree preferred, in microbiology, immunology, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology or a related field
• Bench-level research or clinical laboratory experience
• Strong writing skills: Ability to prepare clear written instructional documents (SOPs, assay development and validation plans); Ability to prepare clear validation and study reports
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong teaching skills: Ability to provide clear instructions on theoretical background and sample processing.
• Ability to interact effectively and work efficiently in a Team
• Keenly attentive to detail
• High level of proficiency with PC based software programs
• High level of hands-on proficiency in operating a flow cytometer
• High level of proficiency in flow cytometry instrument and data analysis software packages
• Advanced understanding of the current trends in flow cytometry
• High level of proficiency statistical data analysis software packages, a plus

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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