Field Service Engineer II (Electron Microscopy) - Chandler, AZ
Thermo Fisher ScientificSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Research Associate, TEM Operations at Chan Zuckerberg Biohub
Redwood City, California, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Biotechnology, Scientific ResearchIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (minimum) in biological sciences, biophysics, material science or a closely related field
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience using TEMs
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams comprising biologists and microscopists
- Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt current methods to address novel challenges
- Eagerness to learn and master new methodologies on state-of-the-art equipment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Familiarity with Thermo Fisher Scientific Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEMs), specifically Krios or other related autoloader TEMs (nice to have)
- Experience using either SerialEM or Tomography5 or other automation (nice to have)
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (nice to have)
- Demonstrated expertise in CryoEM techniques (nice to have)
Responsibilities
- Assist in the operation and maintenance of TFS Krios cryoTEM instruments
- Play a crucial role in our high-throughput cryoET pipeline, ensuring efficient sample preparation and data collection
- Test new modalities for data collection with a variety of softwares
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement novel data collection methods
- Prepare biological samples for cryo-electron tomography (cryoET) using advanced techniques such as plunge freezing and high-pressure freezing
- Maintain detailed records of experiments and contribute to scientific publications and presentations
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What education and experience are required for the Research Associate role?
A Bachelor's degree (minimum) in biological sciences, biophysics, material science or a closely related field is required, along with at least 2 years of hands-on experience.
What are the main responsibilities in this TEM Operations role?
Responsibilities include assisting in the operation and maintenance of TFS Krios cryoTEM instruments, preparing biological samples for cryoET using techniques like plunge freezing and high-pressure freezing, and collaborating on novel data collection methods.
What is the company culture like at Chan Zuckerberg Biohub?
The culture emphasizes diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives to enable disruptive innovation and scholarly excellence, with a commitment to making all colleagues feel inspired and valued.
Is this position remote or on-site?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary for this Research Associate position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Chan Zuckerberg Biohub
Nonprofit research center for disease understanding
About Chan Zuckerberg Biohub
The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub focuses on biomedical research and technology development. It collaborates with top universities to study the basic mechanisms of diseases and create new diagnostic tools and therapies. The Biohub combines the expertise of engineers, data scientists, and researchers to tackle complex health challenges. Unlike many research institutions, it emphasizes a collaborative approach, pooling resources and knowledge from multiple prestigious universities. The goal of the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub is to advance scientific understanding and improve health outcomes through innovative research.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, BiotechnologyIndustries
51-200Employees