Core Research Facility Technician III - Electron Microscopy

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Classification Title: Core Research Facility Technician III Job Description: - Prepare research specimens, including but not limited to animal and plant tissue and microbes, for examination by transmission and scanning electron microscopy, using a wide range of technical procedures. - Train research investigators on the proper use of transmission and scanning electron microscopes and ancillary equipment. - Maintain records of all specimens processed, including a detailed account of all steps used in processing each specimen. Maintain online scheduling, project tracking, and billing within the ILab system. - Perform ultramicrotomy with both glass and diamond knives. Makes glass knives when required and maintains diamond knives. - Perform advanced techniques such as immunoelectron microscopy, single particle cryo-TEM, pre-processing of data movies, and prepare samples and collect data for cryo-SEM. - Open/Close and supervise the lab in the absence of the Lab Manager or Director. - Work with research investigators in developing or modifying techniques appropriate to the electron microscopic study of their particular specimen and help them understand the results. - Perform general main...