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Research Technologist- Histology & Light Microscopy Core

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Gladstone Institutes

2021-12-03 09:02:03

Job location San Francisco, California, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Science & Technology

Job description

Category:Science
Lab/Area:Histology Core

Description:

The Histology and Microscopy Core is looking to hire a Research Technologist I. The Research Technologist I will work under the guidance of senior staff to drive the day-to-day operations of the Core. The ideal candidate will:

  • Assist in the operation and maintenance of scientific equipment such as tissue processors, microtomes, automated slide stainer, microtomes/cryostats and microscopes.
  • Perform or receive training to perform histology procedures: tissue grossing, PFF/Cryo-fixation, processing, paraffin/OCT embedding, PFF and cryo-sectioning, routine ( H&E ) and complex tissue/cell slide staining ( immunohistochemistry/IHC, immunofluorescence/IFA, in situ hybridization/ISH, TUNEL and other assays )
  • Perform or receive training to perform bright field, polarizing, epifluorescence, confocal and light sheet microscopy; and image analysis using tools such as ImageJ, Imaris and others software
  • Maintain stocks and reorder as necessary: recording and updating core inventories
  • Interact with Core's users: responding to user queries, scheduling and performing user training and consulting on experimental design
  • Analyze, interpret, and communicate data in written and oral modalities in both informal and formal settings.
  • Generate and manage meticulous method protocols, data, and analysis reports in a clear and highly organized fashion.
  • Highly pay attention to details, enjoy problem-solving and brain-storming, and be team oriented

Qualifications:

  • AA/AS degree and 2+ years of experience.
  • BS/BA/MS degree and 1+ years of experience.
  • Experience with light microscopy and digital image analysis, a plus
  • Experience with Histology, IHC, and IFA, a plus
  • Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Good working knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint…)
  • Familiarity with ImageJ, Imaris and other image analysis software, a plus
  • Experience with common lab practices and safety.

Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.


Additional Information:
  • Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
  • Be a part of big ideas and consider Gladstone. Your difference will make a difference in human health.
  • Gladstone is an equal opportunity employer.

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