Atomic Force Microscopist Opening at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

[Romin, Yevgeniy/Sloan Kettering Institute]

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Hello everyone
Please see the position advertisement below.  While this isn't directly related to confocal microscopy, please feel free to pass this on to whoever might be interested



Atomic Force Microscopist Opening at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center’s Molecular Cytology Core Facility

The Molecular Cytology Core Facility (MCCF) at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is seeking a senior scientist to support our daily operation through planning and execution of Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) experiments with members of research and clinical laboratories at MSKCC and neighborhood Institutes. Prior experience with the AFM is required. The MCCF operates an Asylum Research MFP-3D-BIO atomic force microscope. The Core Facility also trains and assists the researchers with the state-of- the art optical imaging systems, including Leica SP5 and SP8 confocal microscopes, Zeiss LSM880 with Airy Scan technology, several widefield microscopes, and digital slide scanners.
AFM is experiencing increased attention from biologists as a uniquely useful tool for interrogating various biological systems at optically unattainable spatial resolution.  Since its inception five years ago, the AFM laboratory at the MCCF has experienced rapid growth, with collaborations over 100 projects. To meet the high demand, we plan to acquire a high speed/ high resolution AFM. The atomic force microscopist is expected to work as a member of the MCCF team,  focusing specifically on the AFM with the goal of continuing the expansion of its applications and developing new methods in collaboration with the researchers- users. While his/her role would entail a great deal of AFM work, she/he is required to understand the work with the optical systems and to facilitate and catalyze projects and cross-collaboration.

Please read more about AFM at MCCF here:
https://www.mskcc.org/research-advantage/core-facilities/molecular-cytology/atomic-force-microscopy


Please read more about MCCF here:
https://www.mskcc.org/research-advantage/core-facilities/molecular-cytology



Responsibilities:

  *   Plan and execute AFM experiments for scientists at MSKCC and the Tri-Institute
  *   Maintain, calibrate, and monitor the performance of the AFM
  *   Assist in post-acquisition processing and analysis of the data, writing macros and scripts for image acquisition, processing and analysis in software such as, MATLAB, FIJI/ImageJ, Imaris,  etc.
  *   Actively market and seek new users for AFM
  *   Develop and test new methods and techniques for AFM with specific biological applications
  *   Stay informed with the hardware and software advances in AFM and optical microscopy
  *   Work in a collaborative settings

Qualifications and Skills:

  *   Master’s or PhD degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field with very strong computational background and strong technical expertise
  *   Experience with advanced Atomic Force Microscopy imaging and sample preparation is required
  *   Prior experience with image analysis of both optical microscopy and AFM images would be a significant plus
  *   Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment are very important
  *   Strong organizational skills, flexibility in working hours and ability to multi-task
  *   Scientific maturity that enables the individual to understand the purpose of their work and how AFM can help answer biological questions
  *   Ability to work on several projects simultaneously
  *   Interest in biomedical research and working with students, post-doctoral and clinical fellows, and faculty performing research requiring generation of 'high end' and state- of-the-art AFM and light microscopy imaging data

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is one of the top ranked leading cancer research and teaching centers, located in Upper East Side of Manhattan. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and an excellent working environment.
Please e-mail your CV and cover letter to Rachel Kong, [hidden email] along with PDFs of any publications that you are author, co-author, or acknowledged.