Flow Cytometry Specialist

The Shared Resources Core at the Hormel Institute provides a diverse group of researchers with the instrumentation and expertise to advance their research. This position will provide researchers with training, consultation, and support on our BD LSR Fortessa cell analyzer and BD FACSARIA II cell sorter. A successful applicant will be responsible for training users on operating and maintaining flow cytometers, and provide researchers with advice on panels and experimental design.

Focus of Job Responsibilities

Operate and Train Users on BD LSR Fortessa and BD FACSARIA II cell sorter - 65%
Oversee daily operation of BD LSR Fortessa and BD FACSARIA II cell sorter
Train and assist users on BD LSR Fortessa, operate it for researchers if needed.
Operate FACSARIA II cell sorter.
Collaborate with researchers on experimental design, panel design, and optimization.
Prepare and stain samples for flow cytometry analysis or cell sorting.
Analyze data for users.
Train or assist users on data analysis using FACSDiva, FlowJo, or other analysis software.

Create, update, and implement protocols for cytometers - 20%
Review and update BSL2 sorting protocol and train Core technician and other users as needed
Develop QC protocols for cell sorter and cell analyzer, train Core technician.
Hold workshops and seminars to highlight different areas in flow cytometry.

Instrument maintenance and upkeep - 10%
Responsible for instrument maintenance.
Schedules repairs and PMs with manufacturer as needed.
Orders consumables and supplies.

Other duties as assigned - 5%

The Research and Innovation Office (RIO) and The Hormel Institute endorses a "work with flexibility" approach that offers a welcoming and flexible work environment where everyone is inspired to do their best. Work location options include working fully remote, partially remote, or entirely in the office and are based on the work of the position. Some on-site work may be necessary for certain positions, even those designated as fully remote. Because we are a land-grant institution that serves the state, the University will continue to- in most cases- expect employees to live in Minnesota.

This position has been designated as eligible for Flexible Work Profile One.
Flexible Work Profile One is expected to work primarily on-site. Your office will be located at The Hormel Institute in Austin, MN. The Hormel Institute management retains the right to modify flexible work arrangement agreements on a temporary or permanent basis for any reason at any time.

Required Qualifications
BS/BA degree and two years of related experience or a combination of education and work experience to equal six years.

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Immunology and Cell Biology as it relates to Flow Cytometry.
Demonstrated proficiency with BD FACSDiva and FlowJo.
Knowledge of other Flow Cytometry analysis software.
Willingness to train Core Technician and others in all aspects of Flow Cytometry, including maintenance and QC.
Willingness to help researchers with experimental design and optimization.
of all types of experiments, trivial or advanced.
Strong Computer skills
Good written, verbal, and customer service skills with a wide range of users.
Desire to learn new techniques and share those with others.

Physical & Environmental Requirements
Sorting of BSL2 samples will be required.
Ability to lift 25 lbs.

The Hormel Institute is an independent biomedical research department within the University of Minnesota's Research and Innovation Office. Established in 1942, The Hormel Institute will soon be celebrating 80 years of innovative research and today's vision is "We inspire discoveries that improve and extend human life." The Hormel Institute's biomedical research is primarily focused on cancer research and the center is cutting edge, after tripling in size in 2008 and again doubling in size in 2016. The Hormel Institute is continuing to grow and expand to broaden our impact through innovative, world-class research. Our scientists have complete access to the most cutting-edge technologies including a cryo-electron microscope (Titan Krios and Tecnai G2 Spirit Biotwin), FACS cell sorter, confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, protein crystallography robotics and diffraction system, nano-HPLC-AB SCIEX triple TOF 5600 mass spectrometry, Leica tissue processor, embedder and microtome, real-time PCR instrumentation, 5 racks of Linux GPU supercomputers for computational biology and bioinformatics, spectrophotometers, and Western blot imagers. The Hormel Institute is located in Austin, MN, conveniently located 35 miles from Rochester, MN, and 100 miles (1.5 hours) south of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The Hormel Institute offers a collaborative, innovative, supportive work environment where you will contribute to our vision of "inspiring discoveries that improve and extend human life."

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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