Position available: Optical Microsco py Research Support Specialist in the Rocke feller University’s Bio-Imaging Resource Cent er

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Position available: Optical Microsco py Research Support Specialist in the Rocke feller University’s Bio-Imaging Resource Cent er

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The Rockefeller University is seeking a qualified and motivated
full-time microscopist for its Bio-Imaging Resource Center, with
particular emphasis on multiphoton and confocal imaging.The Research
Support Specialist will assist in advising and training users in all
areas of optical microscopy, including microscope set-up, experimental
design, sample preparation and data evaluation. The Specialist will also
perform trouble-shooting, microscope maintenance and miscellaneous
laboratory maintenance and job-related duties as required and will
report to the Director of the Center. Collaborative studies with RU
researchers will also be encouraged for motivated individuals.

The Bio-Imaging Resource Center is used by around 80 laboratories at RU
and nearby institutions and we enjoy strong support within the
University.Equipment in the center currently includes an Olympus FV1000
MPE Twin upright multiphoton system with dual NIR lasers plus GaAsP
detectors, a Leica SP8 confocal microscope, a Zeiss LSM 780 confocal
microscope, and a Zeiss LSM 510 inverted multiphoton system fitted with
Visiopharm confocal stereology software.Other equipment in the facility
includes OMX 3D-SIM and Nikon STORM super-resolution systems, two
DeltaVisions, a spinning disk confocal microscope fitted with
FRAP/Photoactivation capabilities, an MMI laser microdissection system,
and various widefield fluorescence systems for live cell imaging.

Requirements include a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in biology or a related
field and a minimum of two years of experience in advanced fluorescence
microscopy, preferably involving /in vivo/ or whole organ imaging, plus
experience with sample preparation and experimental design.**Must have
excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills, an
enthusiastic approach towards new techniques, motivation to maintain a
broad knowledge of state-of-the-art imaging technology and the
flexibility to interact with a diverse group of researchers.Strong
organizational and multi-tasking skills are also essential.

The Rockefeller University is located on a beautiful campus on
Manhattan's Upper East Side. We offer a competitive salary,
comprehensive benefits and an excellent working environment.

All applications must be sent via the following URL:
http://www.rockefeller.edu/hr/jobs

- search under the “Science” Job category for job IRC13510.

For specific technical questions about the BIRC’s instrumentation or
services, please feel free to contact Dr. Alison North, the Director of
the BIRC, at: [hidden email] <mailto:[hidden email]>

/The Rockefeller University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity/VEVRAA employer./

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Alison J. North, Ph.D.,
Research Associate Professor and
Senior Director of the Bio-Imaging Resource Center,
The Rockefeller University,
1230 York Avenue,
New York,
NY 10065.
Tel: office ++ 212 327 7488
Tel: lab     ++ 212 327 7486
Fax:         ++ 212 327 7489