Microscopy Technician, Department of Biology
Wake Forest University

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** Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified.Job Description SummarySupports microscopy related research and teaching in the Microscopic Imaging Core of Wake Forest University Biology by assisting the Director of Microscopy.Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Trains new users and assists in utilization of microscopes and related equipment.
• Maintains microscopes and related equipment in a clean and highly operational state.
• Communicates an excitement about imaging-related science to new students and visitors.
• Facilitates scheduling of equipment use and related record keeping/reporting.
• Reports to and coordinates overall activities with the microscopy director.
• Assists the director in other microscopy facility related directives as assigned.
• Assists undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty with design and implementation of experimental protocols related to microscopy by understanding research goals and needs of individual facility users.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology or related field including some experience with microscopic imaging.
• Ability to investigate, rapidly learn, and help implement imaging-related methodologies and procedures.
• Willingness to be trained in novel tissue manipulation and assist in studies across a wide variety of biological samples and model organisms.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work effectively in a small group as part of a team.
• Proficiency in the use of computers.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Moderate physical activity.
• Exposure to low levels of solvents and other hazardous chemicals as well as biological samples.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Master of Science in Biology or related field.
• Research experience (2+ years) utilizing microscopes, including familiarity with fluorescence methods and confocal microscopy.
• Experience as a laboratory manager in an academic setting.
• Proficiency in digital image acquisition and image analysis.
• Some experience with routine microscope maintenance.

Additional Job Description

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work.
• Provides training and assists in the supervision of graduate and undergraduate student researchers.
• Reports activities and problems to the facility director.

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work primarily involving sitting/standing; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Ability to travel 7 miles between Innovation Quarter and main Reynolda campus (university shuttle or personal car)

Disclaimer:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee's supervisor.

To help provide a safe learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. Wake Forest University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in employment for individuals with disabilities.

Time Type RequirementFull timeNote to Applicant:This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

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