Biological Transmission Electron Microscopy Technologist

Compensation and Benefits:
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, a range of recognition, wellness programs and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our CSHL Benefits site to learn more.

Position Description:
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a world-renowned research institution, seeks a highly motivated dedicated individual to work in a state-of-the-art Microscopy Shared Resource.

Position Responsibilities:
The individual should have extensive practical expertise in biological sample preparation for transmission and scanning electron microscopy including fixation and embedding, thin sectioning, serial sectioning, immune-electron microscopy, negative staining, etc. Hands-on knowledge of confocal and widefield fluorescence microscopy would also be a plus.

The candidate will help users design innovative experiments and they will carry out sample preparation and imaging as well as assist in data interpretation.

Position Requirements
Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology or related discipline using transmission electron microscopy.
Experience: One to three years of experience working in a Microscopy Shared Resource is preferred.
Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work with multiple users in a supporting role, and ability to work independently and proactively with limited supervision are essential.

Interested candidates should apply for this position via the CSHL careers website at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cshl/jobs/3852…
Position Number 0130. Applicants should include a resume along with a description of their practical expertise and the names as well as email addresses of 3 references.

Environment:
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned research and education institution recognized internationally for its excellence in fundamental areas, such as cancer, neuroscience, plant biology, genomics, and quantitative biology. The Laboratory has long been recognized as a place for nurturing young scientists, with post-doctoral researchers being an integral part of the discovery process. The Laboratory offers a warm, collegial, and collaborative work environment in a beautiful location about one hour from New York City.

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