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Cryo-Electron Microscopy Facility Manager

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About Virginia Commonwealth University

We are a leading public research university that values diversity and inclusivity. Our community is driven by a shared passion for discovery and innovation. As a top 20 most innovative public university in the country, we are committed to advancing research, creativity, and scholarship.

Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation

Our mission is to foster transformative research and innovation at Virginia Commonwealth University. We strive to excel in service and advance the work that matters most. Our commitment has resulted in record levels of sponsored research, positioning us as a national leader in research, innovation, and scholarship.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cryo-Electron Microscopy Facility Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and operating the cryo-EM facility, preparing samples, and collecting and analyzing data for users. They will also provide training on cryo-EM techniques and engage in scientific record keeping.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare samples, carry out sample insertion, and data collection on the electron microscope
  • Perform periodic maintenance tasks and upkeep of the electron microscope and the facility
  • Conduct image processing to obtain a preliminary 3D reconstruction of the target macromolecule
  • Work with the core director, core users, and allocate time and usage; ensure regulatory compliance
Requirements
  • MSc degree in structural biology or a closely related field with two or more years of hands-on experience in cryo-EM and image processing
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; personable
  • Excellent organization skills and ability to maintain accurate laboratory records
  • Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • PhD with hands-on experience in cryo-EM and image processing for 5 years or more
  • Track record of publications in the areas of cryo-EM, single-particle image processing, 3D reconstruction, and building of atomic models of proteins
  • Experience in hardware of Linux systems and cryo-EM image processing/model building software
  • Prior experience in a centralized core facility or shared resource, preferably at a managerial level
Benefits

As a full-time university staff member, you will be eligible for our generous benefits package, including choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity, and cash match programs.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position starts at $70K, with the offered salary commensurate with experience and demonstrated expertise.