Electron Microscope Technician | Franceschi Microscopy & Imaging Center (FMIC)

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University’s Franceschi Microscopy & Imaging Center seeks an Electron Microscope Technician to perform advanced EM techniques, teach users, and develop new methods. The role involves directing work of post-docs and students and serving as a technical consultant to research projects.

Requires a science-based bachelor’s degree and at least two years in an EM lab; master’s or PhD in life sciences or materials science is preferred. On-site in Pullman, WA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field with coursework in chemistry, biology, geology or natural sciences.
• Two years of experience in an electron microscopy laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced, specialized electron microscopy techniques and independently examine materials.
• Serve as technical consultant to faculty and investigators with diagnostic problems or research projects.
• Develop and apply new techniques or procedures for diagnostic ultrastructural pathology or research.
• Supervise and instruct post-doctoral fellows, students, or student helpers.

Skills

Electron microscopy experience

Teach/training users

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:October 18, 2026If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.Available Title(s):314C-YN_CS_NPS - Electron Microscope Technician 3Business Title:Electron Microscope Technician | Franceschi Microscopy & Imaging Center (FMIC)Employee Type:ClassifiedPosition Details:The Opportunity :The Franceschi Microscopy & Imaging Center (FMIC) is a centralized research and educational facility housed in the College of Arts and Sciences and available to all Washington State University (WSU) researchers for the observation, imaging, and ultrastructural study of biological and non-biological specimens. Founded in 1962, the Center is one of the oldest in the United States. The Center provides a safe, fully-equipped laboratory complex for specimen preparation for both light and electron microscopy. Some experience in electron or confocal microscopy is expected, but we encourage applicants from the life sciences and engineering/material science disciplines to apply.We are looking for an Electron Microscope Technician to join our team. You will help and teach users, develop new methods, and take care of our equipment. The FMIC has a long history of providing research support and student training.Duties include but are not limited to:Performing and applying advanced, specialized electron microscopy techniques making independent examination of material. Serving as technical consultant to faculty and investigators with diagnostic problems or research projects. Developing and applying new techniques or procedures applicable to diagnostic ultrastructural pathology or research. You will also direct the work of, and instruct, post-doctoral fellows, students, or student helpers.Additional Information:This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.This position works on-site/in-person at the WSU campus in Pullman, WA.Monthly Salary: $5,111 to $6,870| Range 54 | Steps A - MSuccessful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28 .In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits for WSU Classified staff and Total Compensation .Required Qualifications:A Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field which includes coursework in such areas as chemistry, biology, geology, natural sciences, or related sciences, AND two years of experience in an electron microscopy laboratory; OR equivalent education/experience.Preferred Qualifications:Masters or PhD in a life sciences/engineering/material sciences discipline.About the Francheschi Microscopy & Imaging CenterAbout Department School of Biological SciencesAbout the College College of Arts & SciencesLocation: Pullman, WAApplication Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. 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Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.Time Type:Full timePosition Term:12 MonthWashington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. 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