Senior Research Associate

Bruker is one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies enabling scientist to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new application that improve the quality of human life. Our high-performance products and high-value life science and diagnostic solutions are trusted by leading businesses, institutes, and scientists worldwide. Today, more than 8,500 employees at over 90 locations are working on this permanent challenge to make the world a better place.

Bruker Spatial Genomics, a subsidiary of Bruker, is focused on opening a new frontier in spatial 3D genomics and multiomic analyses. We are committed to the development of a novel technology platform allowing progress in genome-wide visualization of spatially resolved 3D chromosome and chromatin architecture in individual cells and cell populations in situ. We bring together the premier spatial omics approach, jebFISHTM, with leading-edge imaging, data acquisition and analysis capability. The pioneering in situ technology enables examination of some of the most important questions in genomics and gene expression at the single cell and sub-cellular level. We aim to find the best talent in the field to join and contribute to this extraordinary, exciting endeavor, and to become a critical member of this groundbreaking opportunity.

We are seeking a Senior Research Associate to contribute to our team and work under the general supervision of a senior level scientist.

* Culture, freeze, bank and seed mammalian cells for imaging assay.
* Provide R&D with samples that have passed developed QC tests for R&D development.
* Prepare buffers, media, solutions and other reagents in accordance with standard lab practices.
* Maintain lab equipment and cleanliness.
* Perform and monitor inventory of supplies and reagents used and place orders for replenishment.
* Provide hands-on lab support to the team to reach department goals.
* Maintain a clean and sanitary work area and accurate lab records.

* B.S. in life science, biochemistry or a related field
* Basic knowledge around key areas including nucleic acid purification and characterization, oligo-dye conjugation.
* Basic knowledge in standard molecular biology techniques such as nucleic acid amplification and purification (RNA/DNA), qPCR, gel electrophoresis, FiSH and DNA sequencing or similar molecular biology techniques.
* Highly motivated with excellent attention to detail. Good communication (oral and written) and collaboration skills.
* A willingness to learn new techniques and methods.The candidate should be team-minded and have a positive attitude and strong desire to learn and improve.
* At least 2 years of hands-on cell culture laboratory experience.
* Capability to manage large numbers of independent cell lines is required.
* Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols
* The ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail and be able to critically analyze data and communicate results to the team.
* The ideal candidate can manage multiple concurrent projects and must bring a can-do attitude and sense of purpose and urgency to the job.
* Excellent pipette and liquid-handling and sterile technique.
* Must be able to follow Standard Operating Procedures.

Additional Desireable skills

* At least 2 years of experience with tissue sectioning (FF and FFPE), H&E staining and mounting of research specimens.
* Performing histo techniques including tissue intake, embedding, FFPE/FF.
* Prepare and deliver sectioned FF and/or FFPE samples for processing by R&D.
* Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) and various laboratory instruments such as Thermal Cyclers, gel-based equipment, Nanodrop, Plate readers, and Qubit.

At Bruker, base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $95,400 and $168,000 provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base salary for the role will depend on a several job-related factors, including, but not limited to education, training, experience, the geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job-related knowledge and travel requirements for this position. Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.

Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.

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