Description:

• Work with R&D, Sales and Marketing to commercialize and promote (through brochure,

web, technical and seminar content) new products and applications relevant to the scientific

community.

• Supports critical customer sites by applying his/her expertise in with multi-color flow

applications; demonstrates a strong solid understanding of Cell Analysis systems

(instruments, software, consumables) to provide product demonstrations, troubleshooting,

assay/workflow design and other technical consultations as needed.

• Provides voice of the customer information source for Marketing, Product Development,

Business Development and other departments. Participates as a member of product

strategy teams as assigned.

• Analyze and disseminate experimental results across internal teams representing diverse

scientific backgrounds.

• Work with the field applications and sales team to track, evaluate and develop application

opportunities arising from interactions with customers

• Work creatively and flexibly within the team to support various external collaborations and

commercial activities, including training sessions, presentations, in-house demos, and user

material generation.

• Manage collaborative relationships with vendors and customers for generation of

application notes

• Contribute regularly to the growing database of technical information and reviews this

information.

• Monitor industry trends to ensure that relevant new technologies can be assessed and

evaluated

• Proactively contributes to and possesses a high level of understanding of product

requirements, industry needs, and patent applications.

• Understands major competitors’ platforms and stays scientifically current and engaged in

fast- moving fields in which our business participates and deeply understand customer

needs.

• Trains field-based and in-house applications scientists as assigned. Provides technical

support at tradeshows, user’s meetings, workshops, and other special Cell Analysis venues

as appropriate. Acts as a technical resource for internal associates. Ensures technical

knowledge transfer between all customer facing teams

• Develop applications with deep understanding of the workflow and customers’ view/

experience in mind.

• Communicate experimental results to internal stakeholders in the form of reports, weekly

presentations, application/technical notes

• Test and revise quality assurance SOPs and risk assessments on equipment utilized for

qualification and/or validation activities.

• Troubleshoot and optimize components related to our cell sorters

• Create, improve and develop SOPs with consistency and clarity

• Lead research project independently and creatively to meet company goals and milestones

• Design, execute, validate and optimize experimental plans relevant to internal product

development processes.

• Run, maintain, and troubleshoot prototypes over various product development cycles

• Coordinate and communicate with multiple groups for scheduling and execution of

experiments.

• Maintain a safe lab environment

• Perform routine laboratory maintenance activities. Support regularly scheduled lab cleanouts and/or implementation of lab organization system (e.g. 5S, Kanban, etc.).

• May perform miscellaneous lab-related and admin tasks. Works with team members to

complete standard tasks and engages with team to support strategic lab space

improvements using good communication skills and initiative.

• Operate and maintain lab instruments

• Perform cell and tissue culture protocols

• Follow good laboratory practices, including upkeep of accurate laboratory notebooks and

adherence to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work

• Serves as mentor for junior scientists and research associates in areas of expertise.

• Lead by example, offer scientific coaching and mentoring to other staff members (training

and scientific support for ongoing projects).

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Ph.D degree in the life sciences with 6+ years of related experience, or BS/MS in related

fields with 10+ years of experience

• Hands-on experience with complex bioanalytical instrument setup and troubleshooting;

demonstrated ability to identify technical issues, investigate, and propose effective

resolutions.

• 10+ years of hands-on laboratory experience with flow cytometry, FACS, hands-on analysis

of data from complex systems cell analysis is required.

• Hands on experience with cell culture of adherent and suspension cell lines is required

• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and tissue dissociation protocols

• Keen attention to detail in laboratory and office-based work

• Highly collaborative mindset and strong work ethic to successfully deliver within tight

deadlines

• Demonstrates behavior consistent with our Core Values.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with individuals from a variety of

levels and functions. Ability to maintain both a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in

dealing with co-workers.

• Exceptional listening skills with the ability to seek constructive feedback, build relationships,

promote teamwork, and remain flexible, humble, and open-minded.

• Must be flexible in a rapidly changing and evolving environment.

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

Monitors own work to ensure quality. Applies feedback to improve performance.

• Capable of following realistic plans, goal setting, resource management, contingency

planning, coordinating, and cooperating with others.

• Self-motivated, well organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Maintain a high degree of ethical standard and trustworthiness

• Consistently exhibits respect and build trust through openness, collaboration, and support

of one another.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.