Electron Microscope Scientist
Core
Oversee cryo-electron microscopy operations and support structural biology research at the Vaccine Research Center.
Role type
Senior IC electron microscope scientist (cryo-EM)
Builds
High-quality cryo-EM data and structural biology insights for NIH investigators
Domain
Structural biology / Vaccine research
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research
Required skills
cryo-EM workflows, instrumentation operation, data collection, data processing, sample preparation, computational analysis, facility management, SOP development, user training
Preferred skills
shared core facility management, high-throughput automation, negative-stain EM, workflow optimization
Technologies
cryo-EM instrumentation, Microsoft Office Suite, scientific data tools
Responsibilities
Provide scientific and operational oversight of the cryo-EM facility; manage instrument performance, user access, and workflow optimization; perform sample preparation, data collection, and analysis; train and support users; collaborate on experimental design; develop standardized workflows and SOPs; monitor project timelines and facility performance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC