Assistant Research Scientist, Joint Microscopy Laboratory

Texas A&M University; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Educational tuition assistance

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center's Joint Microscopy Laboratory seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to support advanced imaging research. You will collect data with a MINFLUX 3D microscope and help users design experiments, prepare samples, and perform basic data analysis.

The role emphasizes collaborative work across disciplines, independence, attention to detail, and a drive to optimize microscopy methods and data interpretation.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field is required or strongly preferred.
• Some professional experience in light microscopy is required.
• Experience with super-resolution imaging and MINFLUX data acquisition is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect data on a MINFLUX 3D microscope and assist users with experimental design.
• Prepare samples and perform basic data analysis.
• Provide occasional assistance with a Luminosa fluorescence lifetime confocal microscope.

Skills

MINFLUX data acquisition

Super-resolution imaging

Single molecule fluorescence

Data analysis

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

MINFLUX Microscopy

Luminosa confocal microscope

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Research Scientist, Joint Microscopy Laboratory

Agency: Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Cell Biology and Genetics

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Bryan, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Glimpse of the Job

Passionate About Super-Resolution Microscopy? Join us at the Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine at Texas A&M University. An Assistant Research Scientist is sought to provide research support for the Joint Microscopy Laboratory (JML), a Texas A&M University shared resource facility. Dr. Musser is the Director of the JML. This position will primarily require collecting data on a recently acquired MINFLUX 3D microscope and assisting users with experimental design, sample preparation, and basic data analysis. Occasional assistance with a fluorescence lifetime capable confocal microscope (Luminosa) will also be required.

What sets you apart

• Experience with super-resolution imaging and single molecule fluorescence methods is highly desirable as is direct experience with MINFLUX data acquisition
• An interest in method optimization and the development of novel strategies
• Demonstrated ability to interface with a wide range of scientists with different expertise levels and with the proactive and service-oriented demeanor necessary for engaging with users to generate meaningful and impactful results.

The ideal candidate will be organized, be highly motivated, pay attention to detail, and be able to work independently.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.

Location: College Station, Texas

The position will begin on or about January 1, 2027.

Applications are due by September 30, 2026, for highest priority consideration, but the position will remain open until it is filled.

Required Education and Experience

• PhD in relevant field
• Some relevant professional experience in light microscopy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of light microscopy experience
• Expertise with MINFLUX Microscopy
• Experience with super-resolution imaging and/or single molecule fluorescence microscopy
• A strong background and training in quantitative biology
• Experience and/or interest particle tracking and image analysis
• PhD emphasis ranging from physics to cell biology.
• A strong skillset/background in biochemical and biophysical methods and approaches
• Comfortable working with a range of programming, computational, and analysis tools

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others on a range of scientific projects
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

12-15 days of annual paid holidays

Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Compliance and Equal Opportunity

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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