Please apply by sending your CV to: Dave Parks, Scientific Director, Stanford Shared FACS Facility Beckman B007 Stanford University Stanford, CA 94305-5318 650-723-5568 parks@darwin.stanford.edu If replying by e-mail, only ASCII text will be accepted - NO ATTACHMENTS OR HTML, PLEASE! A cell sorter operator is needed to run cell analysis and sorting instrumentation in a core facility for a diverse group of researchers in the Stanford community. The operator is expected to become fully familiar with the commercial and custom software used in facility and be able to assist researches in learning this software. The operator is expected to carry out routine maintenance on the equipment. Moreover, the operator will be expected to gain understanding of the usual biological applications, cell handling techniques, and reagents used by researchers in order to successfully analyze and sort data of high quality. The more experienced candidate is expected to thoroughly understand and be able to explain details of FACS instrument functions through orientation sessions. This person will have the knowledge to assist self-operators of these instruments in improving their skills. Under supervision of the Facility Manager, the experienced candidate is expected to assist researchers in designing experiments and in evaluating their results. Lastly, this person will work with research staff on implementation of changes and updates to the FACS Facility instruments and computer capabilities. Qualifications: Minimum requirements are: BA level training in biological and/or engineering sciences. Must be well organized, able to prioritize, and eager to learn new techniques. Ability to work with a wide variety of people is essential. Prior experience as a cell sorter operator in a biological research setting, research in cell biology or related areas, or use or maintenance of scientific instruments is highly desirable. The more experienced candidate is expected to have a combination of education and experience to work independently as a flow cytometer operator and be a resource for users. The classification and salary will depend upon the candidate's background and experience.
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