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POSITION SPECIFICS​

The Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences Microscopy Core Facility is immediately seeking a Core Research Technologist – Advanced Professional.

The Microscopy Core Facility is one of eleven fee-for-service core laboratories operated by the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences. The Microscopy Core supports both optical microscopy and electron microscopy as well as sample preparation. The successful candidate will be trained in instrument operation and maintenance, as well as facility protocols. The facility supports research on a large variety of organisms and scales, with projects originating from PSU researchers as well as external academic, government, and industrial entities.

Responsibilities: The individual will be tasked with sample preparation for microscopy and will be expected to operate, maintain, and train customers in the use of various microscopes, including, but not limited to, confocal, multi-photon, light sheet, and super-resolution optical microscopes. General facility upkeep, maintenance, and organization will be within the successful applicant's scope of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor’s level degree or experience in biological sciences or microscopic imaging is desirable (biochemistry, microbiology, biological or biochemical engineering, and other related degrees). Previous experience with advanced microscopy, especially high-end optical microscopy (e.g., confocal and super-resolution microscopy), and sample preparation is highly preferred. Experience and knowledge in the imaging process and analysis are a plus. 

The successful applicant must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work both semi-independently and collaboratively with the Microscopy team, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with team members and Microscopy leadership.

Application: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing their experience and research interests, a current CV, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of