Electron Microscopy Trainee - Path to Certification

Arup; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ARUP Laboratories, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, seeks an Electron Microscopist Trainee. This training position develops competency to work independently and pursue MSA certification while contributing to routine lab operations.

The role supports the electron microscopy lab under supervision, performing technical tasks, maintaining instruments, and assisting in the training of new staff. Willingness to learn and adherence to SOPs are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or higher preferred.
• Associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) with chemistry, physics, biology, or mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains electron microscopy instruments and equipment.
• Performs analytic tasks and documents results under supervision.
• Assists in training of new employees and shares knowledge.
• Ensures quality control and adherence to SOPs; reports issues to supervisor.
• Responsible for specimen preparation, data entry, and accurate record keeping.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates Degree or better

Tools

Electron microscopy instruments

Job description

ARUP Laboratories, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, seeks an Electron Microscopist Trainee. This training position develops competency to work independently and pursue MSA certification while contributing to routine lab operations.

The role supports the electron microscopy lab under supervision, performing technical tasks, maintaining instruments, and assisting in the training of new staff. Willingness to learn and adherence to SOPs are essential.