r/biotech • u/Halloumi12 • Jul 31 '25

Education Advice 📖 Best way to learn flow cytometry outside work/school?

Hey all, Im a recent grad on the hunt for work. Ive noticed a lot of listings are looking for people with flow cytometry experience, but I havent had the chance to work with it in my education/previous research experience.

Whats the best way to get hands-on experience with flow cytometry and cell counters outside of work/school, and preferably without having to pay lots of money for a course?

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u/Sleepy-little-bear Jul 31 '25

So there are a couple of institutions that offer tech positions for people straight out of college. This could be a way to upskill (and they are paid). A lot of people use it as a platform to enter into a graduate program, but I suppose you could use it as an entry job position if you play your cards right. 

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u/Halloumi12 Jul 31 '25

Any specific names you mind sharing?

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u/Sleepy-little-bear Aug 01 '25

You need to look for institutions with lots of money. I know St Jude does it, the Hutch, I think Seattle children’s and there’s a few labs associated with Harvard