Electron Microscopist in Biological Sciences

3 weeks ago

Harpenden, United Kingdom Rothamsted Research Full time

Overview Of Role

Are you an experienced Electron Microscopist with a passion for biological research and training? Do you want to use your expertise to help our scientists build a sustainable future for agriculture?
**The Role**:
The facility which provides world-class microscopy services to the researchers at Rothamsted Research, their collaborators, as well as external clients, harbours a variety of equipment for electron, light and fluorescence microscopy and sample preparation including a JEOL JEM-2100plus, as well two SEMs, an LV SEM and a FEG SEM both fitted with new Quorum cryo systems. Jointly with the other team members, the electron microscopy expert is expected to give excellent assistance and training to all users of the facility, internal and external.

**About You**:
Ideally you will have:

- A Ph.D. degree in life science area (or equivalent strong research project skills) is required
- Hands-on experience in diverse sample preparation methods and ultramicrotomy
- Experienced in the operation of a TEM (advanced EM imaging will be a plus)
- Highly service-oriented and collaborative mindset
- Ability to solve technical problems related to equipment and preparation

Interviews to be held last week of March 2023.

About The Company

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract

**Salary**: £31,350.00-£32,315.00 per year

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