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Hello All,
The Biological Imaging Facility (BIF) at Northwestern University has an opening for a Microscopy & Imaging Specialist at the Research Staff/Research Professor level. BIF serves as an intellectual and experimental resource for biological imaging on the Evanston campus, with over 400 users of photonic and electron microscopy, specimen preparation, and printed output.
The educational requirement for this position is a graduate degree in cell biology, chemistry, biophysics or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with extensive research experience in photonic and/or electron microscopy, advanced live cell imaging techniques, biological specimen and tissue preparation, as well as digital image analyses. The candidate should be familiar with maintenance and calibration of microscopes. Experience with grant writing is highly desirable.
The candidate must have the ability to work effectively with a wide diversity of people and the ability to work both independently and cooperatively. Strong analytical and organizational skills coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) are essential. Also highly desirable are good manual dexterity, and good technical aptitude. The Specialist will also be involved in teaching in various microscopy workshops organized by BIF.
Salary commensurate with skills and experience.
Major responsibilities of this position include acting as an expert resource to faculty, staff, and students for experimental design, troubleshooting specialized microscopy applications, and image quantitation. The Specialist will be expected to assist the operations director with grant preparation. Additional responsibilities include: routine instrument maintenance, new user training, and assistance with other aspects of facility operation as necessary. Position responsibilities may also include interaction with work-study students, and other duties as assigned.
Applicants should complete an online application at
http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/careers/index.html (Microscopy & Imaging Specialist - Job ID 19824).
Applications will be accepted and reviewed until position is filled.
William A. Russin Ph. D.
Operations Director, Biological Imaging Facility
Department of Neurobiology
Northwestern University
2205 Tech Drive
Evanston, IL 60208
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