Flow Cytometry Specialist | Human Technopole, Milan

Build the science that shapes the future of human health.
Application closing date: 08.04.2026

Human Technopole (Milan) is a rapidly expanding life science institute where international researchers and cutting-edge technologies converge to accelerate biomedical discovery. Our mission is to transform bold scientific ideas into advances that improve human health.

About the Facility

Inside the National Facility for Light Imaging, the Human Technopole Flow Cytometry Unit, FLARE (FLow cytometry Applications REsource) is seeking a highly motivated and technically accomplished Specialist to join its team.

 The Facility provides state-of-the-art technologies; conventional, spectral and imaging, and expert support to internal and external researchers, ensuring scientific excellence, innovation, and reproducibility in experimental research.

The successful candidate will play a key role in advanced experimental design, technical operations, user training, and facility development, with a strong focus on flow cytometry and complex cellular methodologies.

Your mission:

• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and continuous optimisation of flow cytometry platforms, ensuring high performance and reliability
• Lead instrument calibration, quality control, and upgrades, ensuring compliance with best practices and standards
• Manage resources, including consumables, procurement processes, and supplier relationships
• Design and drive advanced multicolor flow cytometry strategies, ensuring scientific rigor and reproducibility
• Troubleshoot complex workflows and implement new technologies, automation tools, and innovative methodologies
• Act as a senior technical expert, supporting users in experimental design, panel development, and data analysis
• Deliver training and mentorship, and contribute to scientific outputs and the strategic development of the Facility

What you’ll bring:

Essential

• PhD in Biology, Molecular Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in flow cytometry, including multicolor panel design and cell sorting.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced cellular and molecular methodologies.
• Experience in data analysis and interpretation for scientific reporting.
• Experience with instrument maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Fluency in English

Preferred

• High seniority experience within or managing a core facility/shared research infrastructure.
• Familiarity with digital facility management platforms (e.g., PPMS, LIMS).
• Experience coordinating procurement and supplier interactions.
• Proven record of scientific publications.
• Experience in training and mentoring researchers.

Organizational and social skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex technical workflows.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary environments.

Why Human Technopole
HT offers an international and dynamic workplace, competitive welfare provisions, flexible working policies and relocation support. Researchers moving to Italy may benefit from attractive tax benefits. We promote work–life balance and provide parental support initiatives.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter detailing relevant experience, motivation and list of publications
• Contact details of at least two referees

This is a 3-year contract offered under CCNL Chimico Farmaceutico, Level B2

Salary: up to € 50.000,00 depending on the candidate’ seniority.

The position is based in Milan, Italy, within our vibrant international campus.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates belonging to protected categories (L. 68/99).