Core Research Facility Technician III - Electron Microscopy

About the role

Prepare research specimens, including but not limited to animal and plant tissue and microbes, for examination by transmission and scanning electron microscopy, using a wide range of technical procedures. Train research investigators on the proper use of transmission and scanning electron microscopes and ancillary equipment. Maintain records of all specimens processed, including a detailed account of all steps used in processing each specimen. Maintain online scheduling, project tracking, and billing within the ILab system. Perform ultramicrotomy with both glass and diamond knives. Makes glass knives when required and maintains diamond knives. Perform advanced techniques such as immunoelectron microscopy, single particle cryo-TEM, pre-processing of data movies, and prepare samples and collect data for cryo-SEM. Open/Close and supervise the lab in the absence of the Lab Manager or Director. Work with research investigators in developing or modifying techniques appropriate to the electron microscopic study of their particular specimen and help them understand the results. Perform general maintenance (i.e., replace electron gun filament) and troubleshoot basic problems of electron microscopes and ancillary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Train research investigators on the proper use of transmission and scanning electron microscopes and ancillary equipment.
• Maintain records of all specimens processed, including a detailed account of all steps used in processing each specimen.
• Maintain online scheduling, project tracking, and billing within the ILab system.
• Perform ultramicrotomy with both glass and diamond knives.
• Makes glass knives when required and maintains diamond knives.
• Perform advanced techniques such as immunoelectron microscopy, single particle cryo-TEM, pre-processing of data movies, and prepare samples and collect data for cryo-SEM.
• Open/Close and supervise the lab in the absence of the Lab Manager or Director.
• Work with research investigators in developing or modifying techniques appropriate to the electron microscopic study of their particular specimen and help them understand the results.
• Perform general maintenance (i.e., replace electron gun filament) and troubleshoot basic problems of electron microscopes and ancillary equipment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Core or technology-specific licensure and/or certifications, where applicable.
• Additionally, yearly certificate and compliance training, if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Electron Microscopy Technologist (CEMT) certification from the Microscopy Society of America and an A.A. degree or certification from a two-year EM program, or a minimum of 4 years of experience in a biological electron microscopy laboratory.

Pay

$45,000 - $46,000, commensurate with education and experience

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

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