flow cytometry position
Michael Andreeff (andreeff@utmdacc.mda.uth.tmc.edu)
Thu, 4 Jan 1996 12:30:46 -0600 (CST)
>
> The University of Texas
> M.D.Anderson Cancer Center
>
> Senior Flow Cytometry Specialist
>
> The University of Texas M.D.Anderson Cancer Center has an excellent
> Senior Flow Cytometry Specialist position available.
>
> The position is responsible for operating a FACSVantage Sorter, FACScan
> and a Laser Confocal Scanning Microscope in the M.D.Anderson Core
> facility, part of the Section of Molecular Hematology and Therapy.
> Equipment in this laboratory includes 2 FACSVantage, 1 FACStar Plus
> Sorter, 2 FACScan and a Zeiss Laser Confocal Scanning Microscope (LSM 10)
> interfaced to a Mac based image analysis system. The position requires
> independent decision making and data analysis and familiarity with all
> aspects of Flow Cytometry. Experience in Confocal Microscopy is
> desirable but not required. The successful candidate will be part of a
> group of researchers in Molecular Hematology and Therapy with emphasis on
> gene therapy, stem cell research,gene regulation, cell cycle analysis,
> apoptosis and multidrug resistance.
>
> Essential Job Functions.
>
> 1 Design and implement experiments to perform basic leukemia
> research. Techniques include surface and intracellular antigen staining
> using monoclonal antibodies, DNA/RNA staining, consequent flow cytometric
> analysis and cell sorting. (rare event and single cell sorting) Requires
> processing clinical and laboratory samples.
> 2 Instrumental in running flow cytometry and cell sorting core
> facility. Responsible for instrument repairs, operation of FACScan and
> FACSvantage for customers. Charged with training new operators from
> other labs in flow and sorting.
> 3 Operate, maintain and trouble shoot a confocal microscopy core
> facility. Includes training new operators and assisting with equipment
> and software problems, maintaining a mini-network of storage and hard
> copy devices.
> 4 Provide resources for flow cytometry techniques and information.
> Provide resources for PC hardware and software information in the lab.
>
> M.D.Anderson offers an outstanding work environment, generous benefits,
> including on-site child care, and a competitive salary. To apply,
> qualified candidates may send resumes in confidence to:
>
> Michael Andreeff, M.D., Ph.D.
> Professor of Medicine
> Chief, Section of Molecular Hematology and Therapy
> The University of Texas M.D.Anderson Cancer Center
> 1515 Holcombe Boulevard Box 81
> Houston, TX 77030
> 713/792 7260 phone
> 713/794 4747 fax
> andreeff@utmdacc.uth.tmc.edu
>
>
CD ROM Vol 2 was produced by staff at the Purdue University Cytometry Laboratories
and distributed free of charge as an educational service to the cytometry community.
If you have any comments please direct them to Dr. J. Paul Robinson, Professor & Director, PUCL,
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907. Phone:(317) 494-0757; FAX (317) 494-0517; Web http://www.cyto.purdue.edu
EMAIL robinson@flowcyt.cyto.purdue.edu
