Overview Medical Science & Computing (MSC) is an exciting growth oriented company, dedicated to providing mission critical scientific and technical services to the Federal Government. We have a distinguished history of supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other government agencies. MSC offers a dynamic and upbeat work environment, excellent benefits and career growth opportunities. We attract the best people in the business with our competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k plan with employer contribution, paid holidays, vacation, Medical and Flexible Spending Accounts, Pre-Tax Transit Assistance and tuition reimbursement. If you enjoy being a part of a high performing, professional service and technology focused organization, please apply today! Duties & Responsibilities Medical Science & Computing is searching for a Laboratory Technician to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This opportunity is a full-time position with MSC and it is on-site in Bethesda, Maryland. Assist with the daily operations in Imaging, Cell Sorting and Flow Cytometry (ICSFC) core facility. Responsible for daily instrument maintenance and optimization, general laboratory organization and hands-on user support for both flow cytometry data acquisition and analysis and cell sorting. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: overseeing the daily activities of the Core including providing calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and any requested research assistance on all flow cytometry equipment. Provide operator-assisted cell sorting with a BD cell sorter, acquisition and analysis of multi-color FACS samples in flow cytometers. Maintain the inventory of flow cytometry reagents including titrating and aliquoting antibodies and characterizing new reagents; order supplies and assist with the general organization of the ICSFC. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline Minimum 3 years of directly related experience. Research background in flow cytometry including thorough knowledge of the operation and troubleshooting of flow cytometer is required. Experience using specialized analysis software (FlowJo, CellQuest, DiVa as well as Microsoft Office products is required. Familiarity with BD Sorters (FACSAria) and analyzers (LSR-II or Fortessa X-20) is preferred. Medical Science & Computing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.