Flow Cytrometry Technician

Facility is equipped with state-of-the-art fluorescent based technology for sorting (Thermo Bigfoot, Sony FP7000, BD Aria, and BD Melody) and analysis (Sony ID7000, BD Fortessa and LSR, Agilent Novocytes and Cytek Imagestream) along with mass cytometry (CyTOF XT) providing an exciting and innovative research and training environment at the leading edge of cell functional analysis and phenotyping. Your main duty will be, as part of a team, to provide a cell sorting service with additional duties supporting the analysis service and offering front line user support. This is a great opportunity for someone who wishes to develop their experience and skills in the field of flow cytometry technology by developing phenotypic platforms in the cancer research field. About you: You should have a relevant degree (or equivalent) or significant relevant experience. In addition, you will have relevant experience working in a research or analytical laboratory setting along with experience of working with flow cytometers to exacting quality control standards.  Previous experience in flow cytometry techniques and/or relevant work experience in Life Science Laboratory is essential. Why choose Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute? The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute (www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk), an Institute of The University of Manchester (www.manchester.ac.uk), is a world-leading centre for excellence in cancer research.  The Institute is core funded by Cancer Research UK (www.cancerresearchuk.org), the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world. We are partnered with The Christie NHS Foundation, one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe.  These factors combine to provide an exceptional environment in which to pursue basic, translational and clinical research programmes. How to apply? For any informal enquiries about this post, please contact Toni Banyard: antonia.banyard@cruk.manchester.ac.uk  Closing date for receipt of applications:   Wednesday 07 October.