Posting Number:

PG193707EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Cell Sorting Facility Manager

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$88,000-$92,000

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (with some flexibility)

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

College Of Veterinary Medicine

About the Department:

The facility is located in the College of Veterinary Medicine. The cell sorting unit is used for a wide variety of applications including sorting immune cells, bacterial cells, reproductive cells, and can also be used for separation of pharmaceutical delivery particles. The flow cytometry units are utilized for analysis of mammalian cells, avian (bird) cells, and other biological specimens.

North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is a dynamic community whose members are dedicated to preparing veterinarians and veterinarian scientists while advancing animal and human health from the cellular level through entire ecosystems.

The College has gained international recognition on the strength of its teaching, research, engagement, and patient care efforts and is ranked 3rd among the nation’s 28 colleges of veterinary medicine in the current U.S. News & World Report survey.

Essential Job Duties:

The Cell Sorting Facility Manager will oversee the technical operations and day-to-day management of the Flow Cytometry Core within the College of Veterinary Medicine. This individual will serve as the primary operator of the cell sorter, responsible for running all samples, assisting with study design, and troubleshooting technical issues. Clients will include investigators from NC State University, surrounding universities, and industry partners. The facility supports diverse applications, including sorting immune cells, bacterial cells, reproductive cells, and pharmaceutical delivery particles, as well as analyzing mammalian, avian, and other biological specimens.

As part of a service core, the manager will be responsible for maintaining accurate billing, managing the facility budget, and providing top-tier client service. Key responsibilities include:

• Operating the cell sorter and overseeing all sample runs for a variety of research applications.
• Assisting clients with study design, data analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Interfacing with clients of the facility on research design and execution and organizing quarterly educational opportunities.
• Managing the facility’s budget, accounting, and billing processes.
• Ensuring preventative maintenance and quality control of all equipment.
• Scheduling equipment usage to optimize workflow and access.
• Organizing quarterly educational opportunities for clients and collaborators.
• Teaching and training graduate students and faculty on the use of flow cytometric analyzers.

This role requires excellent organizational skills, a strong technical background, and the ability to interface with researchers across disciplines to support innovative scientific work.

Other Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Requires possession of post-baccalaureate credentials or a comparable record of independent research productivity.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Background in biological research, laboratory methods and/or veterinary medicine.
• Significant experience with cell sorting and flow cytometry including study design and troubleshooting.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere.
• Ability to communicate effectively and promptly and work with a community of users.
• Aptitude for and desire to teach/train graduate students and faculty.
• Ability to work with budgets, including client billing and cost accounting.
• Ability and interest in developing and managing a growing service core.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD preferred.
• Extensive experience in cell sorting, preferably with Cytek software.
• High-speed cell sorting experience
• Extensive experience in flow cytometry, experience with flow cytometry software including CellQuest, FACSDiva, and Flowjo
• Experience with 10x Genomics single cell sequencing.
• Experience with preclinical study execution and design.
• Preference will be given to a graduate degree (MS or PhD (preferred)) in immunology, cell biology, or related fields. Significant experience with flow cytometry and/or cell sorting experience.

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

NA

Valid NC Driver's License required:

No

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

10/04/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please include a CV/resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Number:

00046061

Position Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.0

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Mandatory - Medical Emergencies

Department ID:

190101 - College Of Veterinary Medicine

AA/EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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