Engineering Technician III (Internal Medicine-Nephrology - Galveston)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent medical research institution in Galveston is seeking a Microscope Technologist to develop diagnostic platforms for renal disease. This role involves operating a super-resolution microscope and collaborating with a dynamic team of physicians and scientists. Candidates should hold a BS degree in Biological or Medical Sciences and have two years of experience with fluorescence-based microscopes. The position offers opportunities for innovation in kidney disease diagnostics and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating fluorescence-based microscopes.
• Two years of experience operating fluorescence-based microscopes.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the director and collaborate with team members.
• Operate and maintain a super-resolution microscope daily.
• Acquire fluorescence-based images from processed tissues.
• Process fluorescence images using semi-automated programs.
• Document, store, and backup acquired images.
• Order essential lab materials and supplies.

Skills

Operating fluorescence-based microscopes

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree in Biological or Medical Sciences

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Biological, Medical Sciences or any directly related field.
• Two (2) years of experience operating fluorescence-based microscopes.

Job Summary

A microscope technologist position is available in the newly founded UTMB‑NIPOKA Center at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston to develop and test microscopic imaging based renal disease diagnostic platform.

The ideal candidate is expected to join a dynamic team including physicians and scientists that are enthusiastic about establishing innovative diagnostic tools for patients with kidney disease.

Job Duties

• Report directly to the director of the Center and work closely with other team members.
• Operate and maintain a state‑of‑the‑art super‑resolution microscope (N‑SIM) daily.
• Acquire fluorescence‑based images from processed tissues through N‑SIM.
• Process the fluorescence images following semi‑automated programs.
• Document, store, and backup acquired and processed images.
• Order essential lab materials and office supplies.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

United States - Texas - Galveston

1002 - Medical Research Bldg