Grant Funded--Research Associate I/CryoEM Specialist/Trainer

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain hands-on cryoEM and structural biology tutorials.
• Design and deliver in-person and virtual workshops in cryoEM and related structural biology methods.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to trainees (students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty).
• Create and curate training materials (protocols, example datasets, slide decks, and documentation).
• Participate in collaborative structural biology research projects with Belmont faculty and external partners.
• Contribute to manuscripts, abstracts, and conference presentations arising from collaborative work.
• Cook up and curate training content to reflect current best practices in cryoEM and structural biology.
• Afford assistance with the evaluation of training outcomes and continuous improvement of program activities.

Required Qualifications

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Interprets and seeks information, uses independent reasoning to diagnose the root cause of situations or issues, identifies and tests solutions and thinks beyond what is typical or customary. Uses information to determine benefits and impact in making decisions and/or recommendations.
• Project/Program/Service Management: Ability to coordinate and administer programs/project activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality issues associated with the program/project.
• Written and Oral Communications: Ability to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. Ability to impact and influence others to further the institution’s strategic objectives.
• Technical, Computer, and Software Skills: Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and basic databases and software.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.