Associate Scientific Services Specialist

1 week ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Actalent Full time
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Job Description:

Instrument Support Specialist Job Description Summary We are looking for a highly motivated Instrument Support Specialist to provide critical on-site scientific and operational support as part of a dynamic PerkinElmer lab service team.

The role is mainly responsible for supporting Flow Cytometry and FACS equipment and scientists operators as requested by our pharmaceutical customer.

Other general lab responsibilities will also be required all of which require a high level of attention to detail to provide a quality service.

This position will report to an onsite facility full-time in Cambridge MA.

Responsibilities:

Perform general and routine on FACS equipment maintenance timely instrument start-up/shutdown QC/QA of cytometers following documented Standard Operating Procedures SOPs Perform equipment troubleshooting and fix routine FACS equipment issues.

Keep track of order basic supplies helping to coordinate service visits by technicians contacting / scheduling non-routine instrument maintenance and repair.

Assist with scheduling calendar management operation of cytometers sorters Respond to queries communications and workflows with flow labs to ensure consistency and timely resolution Become familiar with all software used in the facility Demonstrates appropriate use of relevant equipment after training Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety security environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment.

Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time Critical Skills:

Attention to detail Excellent organizational skills Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems Ability to follow oral and written directions Ability to work independently Basic experience with MS Office:

Excel Word and Outlook Basic Qualifications:

Associate Degree with 0-2 years of experience in a scientific or lab environment OR High School Diploma with 2 years of experience in a scientific or lab environment
Preferred Qualifications:

Associate Degree in a scientific field Experience in a laboratory environment A highly qualified candidate will have experience with flow cytometry systems Working Environment:

Must be able to work in a laboratory controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment e.g. lab coat safety glasses etc. in laboratory. Job pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25 of the time The person needs to occasionally move between labs corridors adjoining rooms and buildings onsite.

Frequently operate on instruments objects tools or controls which will require regularly bending squatting stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function.

Occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds potential for occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include without limitation the ability to observe details at close range distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus in order to perform the essential service functions of this position.

Occasionally operates a computer and other office machinery such as a calculator copy machine and computer printer. Employee may be required to handle hazardous waste according to local state and federal regulations. Duties may include identifying handling generating accumulating storing and labeling hazardous waste. Potential risk to lab-based hazards including but not limited to extreme temperature biological materials hazardous chemicals. May be required to complete Medical Clearance Respiratory Protection Training and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against animal allergens where animals are present in the laboratory

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions.

We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market.

With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people.

DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.


If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.



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