Fluorescence Imaging Technician – Renal Diagnostics

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston invites applications for a microscope technologist at the UTMB-NIPOKA Center to develop and test a microscopic imaging based renal disease diagnostic platform. The position involves close collaboration with physicians and scientists to advance innovative diagnostics for kidney disease.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team, operate and maintain the N-SIM microscope daily, acquire fluorescence images from processed tissues, document results, and help manage

Qualifications

• BS degree required.
• Two years of experience operating fluorescence-based microscopes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fluorescence microscopy

Education

BS degree in Biological, Medical Sciences or related field

Tools

N-SIM microscope

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston invites applications for a microscope technologist at the UTMB-NIPOKA Center to develop and test a microscopic imaging based renal disease diagnostic platform. The position involves close collaboration with physicians and scientists to advance innovative diagnostics for kidney disease.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team, operate and maintain the N-SIM microscope daily, acquire fluorescence images from processed tissues, document results, and help manage