Description

*Minimum Qualifications: *
* BS degree in Biological, Medical Sciences or any directly related field.
* Two (2) years of experience operating fluorescence-based microscopes.
*Job Summary: *
A microscope technologist position is available in the newly founded UTMB-NIPOKA Center at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston to develop and test microscopic imaging based renal disease diagnostic platform.
The ideal candidate is expected to join a dynamic team including physicians and scientists that are enthusiastic about establishing innovative diagnostic tools for patients with kidney disease.
*Job Duties:*
* Report directly to the director of the Center, work closely with other team members.
* Operate and maintain a state-of-the-art super-resolution microscope (N-SIM) daily.
* Acquire fluorescence-based images from processed tissues through N-SIM.
* Process the fluorescence images following semi-automated programs.
* Document, store, backup acquired and processed images.
* Order essential lab materials/office supply.
*Salary Range:*
Commensurate with experience.
*EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.