Assistant academic research scientist in photonic microscopy

France-BioImaging; Montpellier; On-site; EUR 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University is seeking an experienced microscopy professional to manage an assigned imaging site within the Integrated Cellular Imaging Core. The role supports investigators across Emory through operation, maintenance, user training, and assisted imaging on advanced light‑microscopy platforms.

Responsibilities include experimental design, data analysis, protocol development, and coordinating trainings and service with vendors. In-person work is required at an Emory location.

Qualifications

• PhD or masters with relevant lab experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with four years of professional lab experience.
• Laboratory experience should relate to the area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments and interpret results from basic and translational research.
• Review literature and apply advanced knowledge for protocol development.
• Assist in grant and other funding applications as appropriate.
• With approval, may serve as principal investigator on funded proposals.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.

Education

PhD OR master's degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab

Bachelor’s degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab

Job description

Organization: Emory University

Location: Emory University School of Medicine, Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA, USA

Integrated Cellular Imaging Core of the Emory University in Atlanta (USA) is seeking an experienced microscopy professional to manage an assigned imaging site. The position supports investigators across Emory through operation, maintenance, user training, and assisted imaging on advanced light‑microscopy platforms.

Key responsibilities

• Responsible for working with experimental platforms specific to the hiring Program. Duties will include but are not limited to experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research;
• Will be required to review literature and apply advanced knowledge, skills, and input necessary for protocol development;
• May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate;
• With the approval of the responsible Emory faculty director, the Assistant Academic Research Scientist may serve as the principal investigator on funded (grant) proposals;
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Additional responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced light‑microscopy platforms at an assigned imaging site, including confocal, widefield, light‑sheet, and automated slide‑scanning systems. Training will be provided to build proficiency with the site’s specific instrumentation;
• After completing site‑specific training, train and assist core users in safe, effective microscope operation; provide assisted imaging sessions and practical guidance on instrument selection and use;
• Independently coordinate and maintain a schedule for user trainings, assisted sessions, and consultations using PPMS and Bookings;
• Coordinate routine service, planned maintenance, repairs, and technical support with instrument manufacturers and vendors.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD OR master’s degree and two years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor’s degree and four years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab;
• Laboratory experience should be related to area of assignment;
• Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.