The Van Andel Institute (VAI) is seeking to hire a
Full time Flow Cytometry Specialist (Cell Sorting Technician). So many of us have had personal experience with the devastation diseases such as cancer and Parkinson’s bring to individuals, to families and to hope itself.
Van Andel Institute is a nonprofit biomedical research and science education institute with a mission to find what causes disease and to translate those discoveries into therapeutic solutions that conquer illness and enhance lives.
Through cutting-edge biomedical research, inspired scientific education and relentless commitment, VAI is unleashing innovations that will improve health and enhance lives for generations to come.
With employees from nearly 30 countries, there are plenty of opportunities to meet people from various cultural, educational and employment backgrounds.
VAI fosters a diverse and collaborative environment.
Ample natural light and open spaces foster dialogue and innovation.
The at is seeking to hire a full-time Flow Cytometry Specialist .
The Flow Cytometry Core provides assay design, consulting, cell-sorting, and analysis services to researchers at the institute and external collaborators.
As a Flow Cytometry Specialist, you will work under the direction of the Flow Cytometry Core Director.
This position offers an opportunity to support diverse biomedical research through interactive cytometry services.
This highly technical customer-facing role will provide training and allow you to develop marketable flow cytometry expertise and hone your communication skills.
In any given day, your duties and responsibilities might include:
This position might be right for you if you:
To qualify for this position, you need to have at least:
Additional helpful experience includes:
How to Apply:
If you possess the desired qualification and attributes, we welcome speaking with you and strongly encourage you to apply today!
In your application, provide us the following:
This position will be open until filled and will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis.
We are expecting a pay range of $45,000-$55,000, but the final rate of pay will be dependent upon the candidate’s experience, skills, and background.
Candidates with flow cytometry experience may qualify for a rate of pay outside of this published range.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or any questions, please email Megan Doerr at .
About Grand Rapids, MI
Van Andel Institute is in downtown in the center of the .
A remarkable combination of a cosmopolitan atmosphere and small-town warmth, is known for its philanthropic and sustainability-driven community.
It’s fun affordable and family-friendly.
Located on the banks of the Grand River, offers all the big-city excitement you'd expect from a million-resident metropolis, featuring hundreds of restaurants and nightspots, theatres, museums, sports and concerts.
The safe and clean downtown is surrounded by an eclectic mix of walkable neighborhoods and natural areas.