Electron Microscopy Technician

We are currently searching for an Electron Microscopy Technician to support the activities of the NINDS Electron Microscopy Facility.  This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.  

• Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.
• Work with staff on processing specimens for embedding according to protocols.
• Perform quality control procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy of each test system, sample processing, storage, and inventory of samples.
• Process samples for plastic embedding for transmission electron microscopy examination according to standard protocols.
• Prepare high quality slices of fixed tissues via a microslicervibratome.
• Perform fundamental procedures required for research projects.
• Follow established procedures and protocols; utilize aseptic technique to perform experiments.
• Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Perform routine experiments and tests; follow established procedures and protocols.
• Prepare materials and equipment for experiments.
• Maintain stocked supplies and records of working reagents, including fixatives, buffers, solvents, and staining.
• Process and organize multiple samples simultaneously.
• Work with a variety of routine and specialized laboratory instruments and equipment in the laboratory.
• Ensure that all specimens and equipment necessary for experiments are available and in good order.
• Prepare specimens and equipment for use in the laboratory.
• Maintain inventory system and sample storage according to outlined guidelines.
• Ensure that policies and procedures regarding sample retrieval and use are followed.
• Perform processing, description, and analysis of samples.
• Work with staff to implement storage and distribution of biological samples for future scientific research.
• Convey and discuss research results with team lab members.
• Update and maintain written laboratory record of the work.
• Collect and enter research data into laboratory notebooks and databases.
• Collect data and prepare for analysis and interpretation.
• Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory logs and databases.
• Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
• Work with Electron Microscopy Facility staff to maintain stocked supplies and records of working reagents, including fixatives, buffers, solvents, and staining solutions.
• Work with staff to cover glassware washing, media preparation, and autoclaving.
• Clean glassware and microscopic slides.
• Ensure that adequate clean inventory is available for immediate usage.
• Prepare high quality thick and thin plastic sections for transmission electron microscopy examination via an ultramicrotome.
• Work with Electron Microscopy Facility staff on quality of grid staining.
• Abide by safety standards on usage and disposal of chemicals and reagents.
• Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
• Perform laboratory maintenance tasks, including scheduling liquid waste container pickup.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in miscellaneous Biology fields or similar disclipine
• At least 1 years of experience
• Preferred, Histotechnologist Certificate

Skills:

• Tissue sectioning
• Tissue dissection
• Maintain laboratory notebook record keeping
• Maintaining stock solutions
• Inventory management
• MS Office including, Outlook, Excel, Word

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