Position open: Columbia University Confocal and Specialized Microscopy

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Position open: Columbia University Confocal and Specialized Microscopy

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The Confocal and Specialized Microscopy Core at Columbia University  
Medical Center is seeking a Staff Associate. This person will advise  
and train users and provide technical oversight of laser scanning  
confocal (two-photon and one-photon excitation), total internal  
reflection (TIRF), laser capture microdissection and microirradiation,  
and deconvolution/spinning-disk confocal imaging systems in an  
advanced microscopy core facility serving all of Columbia University.

Primary responsibilities will be one-on-one consultation, training and  
assistance of users in image acquisition, processing and analysis.  
Additional responsibilities include maintenance and troubleshooting of  
imaging equipment, computer hardware and software for image  
acquisition and analysis; purchasing supplies, overseeing instrument  
schedules and user fees; and developing macros to meet specific user  
needs.

Collaborative studies with the Director or other researchers will also  
be encouraged for motivated individuals.

Requires a PhD in chemistry, biology, physics or related science or  
equivalent combination of education, training and experience with  
fluorescence and confocal microscopy, including sample preparation,  
image acquisition, and image analysis; excellent interpersonal and  
communication skills; motivation to maintain a broad knowledge of  
state-of-the-art imaging technology; and the flexibility to interact  
with a diverse group of researchers.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

To apply, go to http://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53597


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Theresa C. Swayne, Ph.D.
Manager, Confocal and Specialized Microscopy Shared Resource
Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center, Columbia University
1130 Saint Nicholas Ave, 222A
New York, NY 10032

212-851-4613

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http://hiccc.columbia.edu/?page=research/sharedresources/confocal