Senior Laboratory Technician JR-0001064

Messiah College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to contribute to groundbreaking research in health sciences. This role involves working with advanced cryo-electron microscopy to study macromolecular assemblies and organelles, providing essential support to a dynamic research team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in physical sciences, particularly in protein biochemistry and cell biology, along with experience in computational image processing. Join a mission-driven organization committed to public health and scientific advancement, where your work will make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible benefit accounts

Generous paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical science or related field required.
• Experience in laboratory or clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in live cell imaging and cryo-EM specimen preparation.
• Conduct routine computational image processing for research.

Skills

Live cell imaging by light microscope

Cryo-EM specimen preparation

Cryo-EM image data collection

Computational image processing

Protein biochemistry

Mammalian cell biology

Fluorescence light microscopy

Java programming

Python scripting

Linux systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related physical science

Associate’s degree in a related field

Tools

Cryo-electron microscopy

Light microscope

Computational tools for image processing

Job description

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Salary: Minimum: $45,849.00 - Maximum: $45,849.00 Annually

Department

(OPH) WADS DTM - Cellular & Molecular Basis Of Diseases

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to work within a research program under NIH funding support for structural and function studies of macromolecular assemblies and organelles by cryo-electron microscopy. The Senior Laboratory Technician will work in a research team under the supervision of the principal investigator. The incumbent will assist with the following:

1. Live cell imaging by light microscope (LM)
2. Cryo-EM specimen preparation for cells and protein complexes
3. Cryo-EM image data collection
4. Routine computational image processing

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related physical science or related field; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and two years of experience in a laboratory or clinical setting; OR four years of such experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a physical science or related field, such as biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and other biological sciences. Experience in protein biochemistry, mammalian cell biology, fluorescence light microscopy, electron microscopy and related specimen preparation, and/or vacuum equipment. Experience with computational image processing using Python, Java programming, or other scripting languages and Linux systems.

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel, up to 10% of the time, will be required.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will not be available.

About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Employee Benefits

HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance: Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
• Flexible benefit accounts: Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
• Generous paid time off: Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
• Tuition support: Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
• Retirement Benefits: HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a post-retirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
• Employee Assistance Program: Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally.