Cryo-EM Research Specialist - Correlative LM/EM Workflows

The University Of Chicago

United States

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Sr. Research Analyst to join the Advanced Electron Microscopy Core.

You will operate high-end TEM, SEM, and cryo‑light microscopes, collaborating with principal investigators to develop projects and train new users in cryo‑ET and CLEM experimental design and preservation techniques. Under moderate guidance, contribute to research by performing data collection, analysis, and literature reviews, while ensuring compliance with institutional and federal

Qualifications

Education: college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience: 2–5 years in a related job discipline.
Certifications: ---

Responsibilities

Loads samples, basic scope alignments, and provides guidance to users on day-to-day activities.
Trains users on TEMs, SEMs, cryo-light microscopes, sample prep, and software for data analysis.
Helps develop and implement new equipment and research methodology.
Coordinates outreach opportunities and internal university research community activities.
Manages data collection and analytical needs of projects.
Conducts literature reviews and assists in writing reports and manuscripts.