Imaging specialist position in Orlando, FL

[Bjorn Tyrberg]

Sanford|Burnham Medical Research Institute
Imaging Core

Job Opening:  Imaging Specialist


Date:  January 27, 2010
Facility/Department: Imaging Core-Research Support
Location: Orlando, FL


Position Summary
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Sanford-Burnham Institute is a non-profit academic research institute with locations in La
Jolla, CA, Orlando, FL and Santa Barbara, CA. The Institute has more than 1,000
employees divided in about 100 independent research groups. This position will support
imaging in our 175,000 sqft research facility in Orlando, FL. The core is responsible for
providing routine and advanced imaging capability to investigators. The core currently
provides training and scientific advice pertinent to the usage of a Nikon A1R VAAS
confocal platform, a Nikon inverted epifluorescent calcium-imaging and TIRF live-cell
platform; an Olympus inverted epifluorescent platform, an Aperio Fluorescent Scanscope
and an FEI Morgagni electron microscope. The facility is continuously growing and we
anticipate adding 2-3 more platforms within the next year. This position requires an
individual with experience working in an imaging core.

The individual must have demonstrated ability to cooperate and work with others as
demanded by the needs of a major research institute. Must be able to communicate
effectively, demonstrate an interest in professional development, possess ability to define
and resolve problems, and be able to work independently. The individual will be
responsible for routine aspects of the imaging core, maintenance, training of scientific
staff, and troubleshooting, especially on transmission electron microscopy, confocal and
epifluorescent live and fixed cell microscopy

Critical Skills/Expertise

Qualified candidate must demonstrate ability to work independently, cooperate and work
with others, communicate effectively, have the ability to define and resolve problems,
make technical decisions, and demonstrate an interest in professional development.

Individual must provide technical expertise to ensure the smooth operation of the Imaging
core.  Qualified candidates must have experience operating a Transmission Electron
Microscope, confocal microscope, and be familiar with imaging software (Volocity, NIS
Elements, and Image-Pro). It is essential to have high proficiency in processing samples
for use in TEM. Individual must have the ability to maintain complete and accurate
records, data reports, and be responsible for billing services performed by the imaging
core.  Individual must operate and maintain complete documentation on all imaging core
equipment, keep an adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and solutions, and dispose
following proper regulations of any biohazard and potentially hazardous materials used in
the core.  

Education and Experience
Qualified Candidate must have a Masters or PhD Degree in Biological Science with
knowledge of biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology. At least 3 years of experience
using a TEM and confocal microscope.

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