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Job Title: Research Associate, Flow Cytometry
Department: CCC | Immune Monitoring and Discovery Platform
Position Summary The Immune Monitoring and Discovery Platform (IMDP) at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James seeks a motivated and innovative
Flow Cytometry Research Associate . Part of the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology, the IMDP provides advanced technologies to assess immune responses to cancer immunotherapy. Key instruments include the Cytek Aurora Spectral Cell Sorter, Aurora Analyzer, Northern Lights, and BD FACSMelody. This role is essential to PIIO’s immune monitoring efforts and involves oversight of flow cytometry instrumentation, assay development, training, and facility operations. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with high‑parameter cytometry and a commitment to supporting translational immuno‑oncology research.
Primary Responsibilities Flow Cytometry Instrument Maintenance, Standardization, and Quality Assurance
Establish, modify, and implement SOPs for routine maintenance and performance evaluation of flow cytometers and associated instrumentation.
Independently perform instrument setup, sample acquisition, calibration, alignment, and troubleshooting.
Oversee instrument repair and service coordination.
Maintain detailed documentation of instrument performance, service logs, and corrective actions to ensure optimal operation and data reliability.
Flow Cytometry Training and User Support
Train technicians, students, and investigators on cytometry concepts, including instrument startup/shutdown, routine maintenance, sample acquisition, and basic data analysis.
Educate users on sample preparation requirements tailored to their specific research goals and experimental designs.
Support users in developing technically sound and biologically relevant cytometry-based approaches.
Experimental Design, Method Development, and Assay Optimization
Collaborate with the Director and investigators to develop, evaluate, and optimize multicolor flow cytometry assays, including high-parameter panels.
Work independently or collaboratively to design and validate novel analytical methods with attention to accuracy, reproducibility, and biological relevance.
Present new techniques and applications to the broader research team and adapt innovations into routine workflows.
Core Facility Operations and Resource Management
Manage laboratory resources, including supply ordering and inventory control.
Oversee compliance with institutional safety policies related to chemical, biological, and instrument operations.
Support budgeting, cost-recovery tracking, fee development, and reporting metrics.
Supervise and mentor technical staff, setting goals, delegating tasks, and providing developmental feedback.
Technology Assessment, Data Analysis, and Continuing Education
Stay abreast of emerging cytometry platforms, analytical software, reagents, and immunological techniques.
Evaluate and implement new tools for flow data analysis and reduction; train users on software solutions as needed.
Develop and refine data analysis strategies in collaboration with the Director and investigators.
Engage in continuing education and present innovative methodologies to enhance the IMDP's impact on cutting‑edge translational research.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
Master's degree preferred.
1-3 years of relevant experience required; 3-5 years preferred.
Experience Requirements
Proficient knowledge of immunology.
Demonstrated success in training and supervising others.
Proficiency with data analysis platforms and producing figures suitable for scientific presentations (FlowJo, DiVa, Omiq), Microsoft Office, and other common tools.
Training in bacteriological, viral, chemical, and physical safety.
Proficiency with Macintosh or PC and handheld devices.
Ability to work safely in a BSL‑2 environment.
Application Requirements Include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references.
Additional Information Function: Research and Scholarship; SubFunction: Research; Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized; Career Level: S1.
About Us PIIO is a comprehensive bench‑to‑bedside research initiative to harness the body’s immune system to fight cancer at all levels. Launched in July 2019 as part of a $102 Million pledge from Pelotonia, PIIO is part of Ohio State’s commitment to advancing immuno‑oncology research, led by director Zihai Li, MD, PhD. The Immune Monitoring and Discovery Platform (IMDP) supports each center of the OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center – James by providing cutting‑edge cell‑based and molecule‑based assays, and the Immuno‑Oncology Informatics Group offers data analytics for flow and mass cytometry, bulk and single‑cell RNA‑Seq, spatial transcriptomics, and imaging.
Location: Pelotonia Research Center (1040). Position type: Regular. Scheduled hours: 40. Shift: First Shift.
Final Candidates Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. For answers to additional questions, please review the frequently asked questions.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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Research Associate, Flow Cytometry
role at
Inside Higher Ed .
Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact
hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu . If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.
Current Employees And Students If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.
Job Title: Research Associate, Flow Cytometry
Department: CCC | Immune Monitoring and Discovery Platform
Position Summary The Immune Monitoring and Discovery Platform (IMDP) at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James seeks a motivated and innovative
Flow Cytometry Research Associate . Part of the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology, the IMDP provides advanced technologies to assess immune responses to cancer immunotherapy. Key instruments include the Cytek Aurora Spectral Cell Sorter, Aurora Analyzer, Northern Lights, and BD FACSMelody. This role is essential to PIIO’s immune monitoring efforts and involves oversight of flow cytometry instrumentation, assay development, training, and facility operations. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with high‑parameter cytometry and a commitment to supporting translational immuno‑oncology research.
Primary Responsibilities Flow Cytometry Instrument Maintenance, Standardization, and Quality Assurance
Establish, modify, and implement SOPs for routine maintenance and performance evaluation of flow cytometers and associated instrumentation.
Independently perform instrument setup, sample acquisition, calibration, alignment, and troubleshooting.
Oversee instrument repair and service coordination.
Maintain detailed documentation of instrument performance, service logs, and corrective actions to ensure optimal operation and data reliability.
Flow Cytometry Training and User Support
Train technicians, students, and investigators on cytometry concepts, including instrument startup/shutdown, routine maintenance, sample acquisition, and basic data analysis.
Educate users on sample preparation requirements tailored to their specific research goals and experimental designs.
Support users in developing technically sound and biologically relevant cytometry-based approaches.
Experimental Design, Method Development, and Assay Optimization
Collaborate with the Director and investigators to develop, evaluate, and optimize multicolor flow cytometry assays, including high-parameter panels.
Work independently or collaboratively to design and validate novel analytical methods with attention to accuracy, reproducibility, and biological relevance.
Present new techniques and applications to the broader research team and adapt innovations into routine workflows.
Core Facility Operations and Resource Management
Manage laboratory resources, including supply ordering and inventory control.
Oversee compliance with institutional safety policies related to chemical, biological, and instrument operations.
Support budgeting, cost-recovery tracking, fee development, and reporting metrics.
Supervise and mentor technical staff, setting goals, delegating tasks, and providing developmental feedback.
Technology Assessment, Data Analysis, and Continuing Education
Stay abreast of emerging cytometry platforms, analytical software, reagents, and immunological techniques.
Evaluate and implement new tools for flow data analysis and reduction; train users on software solutions as needed.
Develop and refine data analysis strategies in collaboration with the Director and investigators.
Engage in continuing education and present innovative methodologies to enhance the IMDP's impact on cutting‑edge translational research.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
Master's degree preferred.
1-3 years of relevant experience required; 3-5 years preferred.
Experience Requirements
Proficient knowledge of immunology.
Demonstrated success in training and supervising others.
Proficiency with data analysis platforms and producing figures suitable for scientific presentations (FlowJo, DiVa, Omiq), Microsoft Office, and other common tools.
Training in bacteriological, viral, chemical, and physical safety.
Proficiency with Macintosh or PC and handheld devices.
Ability to work safely in a BSL‑2 environment.
Application Requirements Include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references.
Additional Information Function: Research and Scholarship; SubFunction: Research; Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized; Career Level: S1.
About Us PIIO is a comprehensive bench‑to‑bedside research initiative to harness the body’s immune system to fight cancer at all levels. Launched in July 2019 as part of a $102 Million pledge from Pelotonia, PIIO is part of Ohio State’s commitment to advancing immuno‑oncology research, led by director Zihai Li, MD, PhD. The Immune Monitoring and Discovery Platform (IMDP) supports each center of the OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center – James by providing cutting‑edge cell‑based and molecule‑based assays, and the Immuno‑Oncology Informatics Group offers data analytics for flow and mass cytometry, bulk and single‑cell RNA‑Seq, spatial transcriptomics, and imaging.
Location: Pelotonia Research Center (1040). Position type: Regular. Scheduled hours: 40. Shift: First Shift.
Final Candidates Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. For answers to additional questions, please review the frequently asked questions.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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