What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Scientist I position at Yale School of Medicine?
Time Type
Full time
Duration Type
Regular
Compensation Grade Profile
Research Associate 1 MS (22)
Searchable Job Family
Research Res Support, Research/Support
Total # of hours to be worked:
37.5
Work Week
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Work Location
Medical School Campus
Worksite Address
333 Cedar Street New Haven, CT 06510
Position Focus:
Center for Cellular and Molecular Imaging (CCMI) Electron Microscopy (EM) Core Facility at the Yale School of Medicine offers cutting-edge instrumentation and expertise to the entire Yale scientific community. The selected candidate will join a diverse and highly skilled team engaged in a wide range of electron microscopy applications in the biological sciences. Daily responsibilities include working with investigators on various EM/Cryo-EM projects, assisting with experimental design, sample preparation, image data collection, and image processing and analysis.
The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, capable of delivering high-quality results promptly, able to learn advanced EM techniques, and work well both independently and as part of a team. This full-time, budgeted position offers ample opportunities for engaging in exciting scientific projects and professional growth and development. The incumbent will report directly to the Core Facility Director.
Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare biological samples for transmission and scanning electron microscopy, including chemical fixation, resin embedding, ultramicrotome sectioning, and image acquisition.
- Train students and postdoctoral researchers on the use of electron microscopes and associated equipment.
- Learn advanced EM techniques, such as electron tomography, Focused Ion Beam Scanning Electron Microscopy (FIB-SEM) for 3D volume imaging, high-pressure freezing, and immuno-EM procedures.
- Perform additional tasks as needed.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s Degree in biological sciences and one year of experience or an undergraduate degree with 3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Experience in sample preparation for microscopy and familiarity with the research lab setting.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Familiar with cell biology and biological imaging techniques.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Ability to produce high-quality work and deliver results in a timely fashion
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Reliability to work independently and support other team members
Preferred Education, Experience, Skills:
Strong knowledge of molecular and cellular biology, and experience with biological microscopy. Demonstrated ability to multitask and excel in a fast-paced environment.