Manager Research Project C

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Manager Research Project C

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Manager Research Project C

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This manager position in the Penn Cytomics and Cell Sorting SRL, a resource of the Abramson Cancer Center, coordinates and performs highly complex flow cytometry training and education to support basic and translational research across the University of Pennsylvania. This position demands extensive expertise in all aspects of analytical cytometry and cell sorting, especially high-dimensional panel design. The manager is expected to be proficient in a wide range of BD instrumentation, including FACSymphony platforms, FACSAria/Aria Fusion, and Discover A8/S8 imaging platforms, as well as FACSDiva and FACSChorus software programs. Responsibilities include: working closely as training/education lead with the Directors of Penn Cytomics to develop and operationalize a robust training program; coordinating staff and instrument availability for timely, successful completion of training modules; development, implementation, and adherence to rigorous SOP to achieve uniformity and reproducibility of training. To improve and revitalize a comprehensive curriculum that includes didactic as well as hands on sessions. The manage would work closely with program leaders and individuals to deliever state-of-the art cytomic training and to consult with investigators in designing cytomic experiments, performing the experiencents, analyzing the data and preparing figures and sections of grants and manuscripts.. The manager will interact with high-level internal and external collaborators, including Penn’s Center for Cellular Immunotherapies, I3H, and Waters (formerly BD Biosciences). This position requires exceptional communication skills; the manager will make presentations not only institutionally, but also at the national and international levels.

Job Description

This manager position in the Penn Cytomics and Cell Sorting SRL, a resource of the Abramson Cancer Center, coordinates and performs highly complex flow cytometry training and education to support basic and translational research across the University of Pennsylvania. This position demands extensive expertise in all aspects of analytical cytometry and cell sorting, especially high-dimensional panel design. The manager is expected to be proficient in a wide range of BD instrumentation, including FACSymphony platforms, FACSAria/Aria Fusion, and Discover A8/S8 imaging platforms, as well as FACSDiva and FACSChorus software programs. Responsibilities include: working closely as training/education lead with the Directors of Penn Cytomics to develop and operationalize a robust training program; coordinating staff and instrument availability for timely, successful completion of training modules; development, implementation, and adherence to rigorous SOP to achieve uniformity and reproducibility of training. To improve and re