Research Associate

Canopy Biosciences, a Bruker Company, is a rapidly growing and fast-paced biotechnology company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. We are committed to providing cutting-edge Spatial Biology products and services to the academic, biotech and biopharma research communities. Our team of dedicated scientists is passionate about Spatial Biology and recognizes its potential to transform our understanding and eventual diagnosis of disease. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative and stimulating research environment.

Bruker is one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies, covering a broad spectrum of advanced solutions serving the life sciences and other markets. We employ more than 8,500 employees worldwide and we have representation at over 90 locations. Bruker has been at the forefront of innovation for 60 years and is poised for additional strong growth in the future. Biotechnology, and in particular Spatial Biology, are key to Bruker's future diversification and will be generously fostered as we pursue our development of transformative solutions. At Bruker we innovate with integrity, and we invite you to consider the following role.

We are looking for a Research Associate to join our R&D department. The successful candidate will become part of our R&D (Development) team in St. Louis and will be involved in day-to-day laboratory activities related to Product and Application development. Broadly, these activities consist of tissue preparation and performance of in-situ immunofluorescent and/or FISH-based biomarker detection assays and analysis of data. The ideal candidate will have a basic background in histology, imaging, and image analysis. Prior experience in immunology, neuroscience or biomarker assay development is desirable but not a precondition.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Performs a range of lab procedures and assays related to multiplex immunofluorescence imaging, including tissue sectioning, fixation and permeabilization, fresh-frozen tissue preparation, and PBMC isolation.
• Performs assigned tasks according to SOPs and using appropriate laboratory techniques.
• Maintains laboratory notebooks, SOP documents, and digital databases.
• Meticulously maintains sample and reagent inventories.
• Performs sample intake, QC, processing, and accessioning.
• May participate in reagent and product manufacturing.
• Manages, monitors, and maintains equipment, facilities, and supplies. This will include routine handling and lifting of laboratory supplies and bench-top equipment.
• Works in a professional and collaborative manner with coworkers.
• May interface with customers during technical support.
• Provides operational support for testing activities including reagent preparation, cleaning activities, and equipment maintenance.
• Works independently and exercises good judgement and problem-solving skills when required.

Qualification and Skills

• Minimum BSc. in Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Experience in histology and/or microscopy is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented setting.
• Strong attention to detail.

At Bruker, base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $57K and $97K 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