Biological EM Specialist, Integrated Imaging Center (Assistant Research Scientist)

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Biological Electron Microscopy Specialist to enhance their Integrated Imaging Center. This role involves training users on advanced electron microscopy techniques, maintaining cutting-edge instruments, and providing expert advice on experimental approaches. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in a related field and have extensive experience in biological electron microscopy, ensuring a high level of support for a diverse user base. Join a vibrant team dedicated to advancing research and innovation in a collaborative environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Significant experience in biological electron microscopy and sample preparation techniques.
• Strong technical skills and a collaborative, customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Train and support users on TEM and SEM instruments.
• Maintain instruments and manage supplies for electron microscopy.

Skills

Biological Electron Microscopy

Biological Sample Preparation

EM Control Software

Image Analysis Tools

Team Collaboration

Education

PhD in Biology

PhD in Chemistry

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM)

Environmental Scanning Electron Microscopes (ESEM)

Critical Point Dryer

Evaporator

Sputter Coater

Ultra-microtomes

Job description

Biological EM Specialist, Integrated Imaging Center (Assistant Research Scientist)

Requisition #: A-153714-3

Status: Full Time

Type: Non Tenure Track - Full Time

School: Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences

Department/Program: Department of Biology

Salary: The expected academic base salary range for this position is: $75,000-$110,000.

We are recruiting a Biological Electron Microscopy Specialist to join the team at the Integrated Imaging Center (IIC) at Johns Hopkins University. The IIC houses approximately 40 instruments that are available for use by both JHU researchers and external scientists. The facility has a user base of about 500 from approximately 100 research groups across more than 20 departments and research institutes at JHU, as well as some external customers. The facility provides access to its instruments and the staff provide support and training to our user base, with users expected to perform most operations themselves.

This position will report to Dr. Ian Dobbie, Director of the Integrated Imaging Center, and have responsibility for supporting the biological electron microscopy provision within the facility. The facility currently has 3 TEMs and an ESEM as well as a range of standard sample preparation equipment such as critical point dryer, evaporator, sputter coater and ultra-microtomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Train and support users on both TEM and SEM instruments.
• Train and support users on biological sample preparation for electron microscopy including fixation, embedding, sectioning, negative staining and sputter coating.
• Provide expert advice to users on the best experimental approaches to specific research questions.
• Provide advice and training to users on image analysis approaches to extract scientific data from EM images.
• Maintain the instruments for electron microscopy within the facility including both microscopes and sample preparation equipment. This includes performing minor maintenance tasks and managing vendor service visits for more serious issues.
• Maintain consumables and other required supplies for sample preparation and imaging needs, including ordering supplies when needed.
• May assist in with the procurement of laboratory equipment/supplies, that includes ordering, billing, materials transfer agreements and other relevant office management.
• May contribute to writing of manuscripts and grants.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in biological electron microscopy including a range of sample preparation techniques and using EMs for imaging. They will also have experience of working within a facility, bringing a customer focused approach to best serve our extensive and varied user base. The position requires strong technical skills and a collaborative, people focused approach. Candidate should have a PhD in biology, chemistry or related field, or equivalent experience.

Required skills:

• Experience in biological electron microscopy.
• Experience in biological sample preparations for electron microscopy.
• Computer literate, able to use standard EM control software and image analysis tools.
• The ability to work well in a team and a multi-disciplinary environment.

Preferred skills:

• Extensive skills in biological sample preparation.
• Experience in cryoEM imaging and data processing.

Application Instructions

How to Apply:

Submit your CV, list of three references, research plan through Interfolio.

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Ian Dobbie via email at [e-mail].

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

Total Rewards

Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic. The university is committed to providing qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs, benefits and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance and merit without regard to personal factors that are irrelevant to the program involved.