Associate Scientist - Imaging and Flow Core

Company: Initial Therapeutics, Inc.
Location: San Diego
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.The scientist will be an integral part of the immunology team and will provide imaging and flow cytometry expertise to support the immunology portfolio. Primary responsibilities include maintaining equipment, training users on acquisition and analysis, and generating data that drives project decisions.Representative Key Responsibilities Include

• Provide/coordinate training, guidance, and assistance to new and existing users regarding protocols, assay design, instrument operation, and data analysis
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot flow cytometers, confocal microscope, high content imagers, fluorescent slide scanners, spatial transcriptomics instruments and multiplexed DNA-barcoding technologies.
• Oversee data management, service requirements of all instrumentation, and lab inventory to ensure smooth data workflows and minimal downtime of instrumentation
• Convey core capabilities to lead scientists in-order-to provide imaging and flow solutions to meet projects needs
• Collaborate across Lilly research sites and share key takeaways and standard processes
• Keep up-to-date with emerging technologies and evaluate them in-house when appropriateDo you have microspy skills, flow cytometry experience or knowledge of high content imaging? Apply today to join the Lilly Team!Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field with at least 5 years research experienceAdditional Skills/Preferences
  • Cell and tissue staining experience (preferably immune related tissues), strong skills in flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, high content imaging, confocal microscopy and spatial transcriptomics
  • Knowledge of multiplexed fluorescent imaging technologies using DNA barcoding
  • Proficiency with flow analysis (FlowJo) and image analysis including segmentation, colocalization, cell type identification, nearest neighbor analysis (ImageJ/Fiji, Halo, Aivia, etc.)
  • Immunology background is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as team
  • Good communication skills including presenting results in team meetings
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and projects
  • Strong self-start and self-management skills
  • Experience scripting in PythonAdditional InformationTravel: 10-15%Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form () for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
    Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women's Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is$69,000 - $179,300Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.#WeAreLilly
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