JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Preparation of biological samples, analysis of flow cytometry data, troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation, and maintenance of documentation.
• Prepares biological samples for use in customer training courses, demos, and onsite customer support visits.
• Tests samples by flow cytometry with minimal assistance and troubleshoots common problems.
• Writes and edits laboratory protocols and trains others in laboratory procedures and safety practices.
• Maintains the applications lab and equipment; maintains and restocks laboratory supplies and reagents.
• Tracks and performs routine maintenance on the training centre’s flow cytometers.
• Assists in the design and testing of new protocols and multicolour flow cytometry panels.
• Assists in the maintenance of good laboratory procedures including the operation of a clean and efficient laboratory, documentation of all work, and good record keeping.
• Promotes a safe work environment.
• May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.
• Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs.
• Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified.
• Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required.