Electron Microscopy Technician

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time

**MED Biochemistry**:

- Competition No.

**S104652564**
- Posting Date

**Feb 14, 2024**
- Closing Date

**Feb 29, 2024**
- Position Type

**Full Time - Grant Funded**
- Salary Range

**$56,040 to $76,820 per year**
- Grade

**09**
- Hours

**35**

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position has a term length of one year plus a day with possibility of extension, and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page.

**Location
- **Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

**Working for the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

**Working for the Department of Biochemistry**

The Department of Biochemistry in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry hosts a large undergraduate and graduate education program. We are a research-intensive department with most Faculty members leading cutting-edge independent research programs across a broad range of topics.

**Position**

Position for an Electron Microscopy Technician for research into the structural biology of prions and misfolded protein aggregates. Responsibilities include operation of a Talos F200C electron microscope and ancillary equipment, support and training for research projects by postdoctoral fellows, students, and visiting scientists, and troubleshooting/optimizing protocols in consultation with colleagues and the PI. Duties will be completed within the biosafety level 2 research laboratories in the Centre for Prions and Protein Folding Diseases

**Duties**
- Operate and maintain a Talos F200C electron microscope located in a biocontainment suite
- Teach postdoctoral fellows and students the use of the electron microscope; support other scientists and students with their imaging projects (80% of time for both items combined)
- Supervise and chaperone service engineers while they service the electron microscope (5% of time)
- Order supplies and lab equipment for use with the electron microscope (5% of time)
- Prepare data and figures for presentations and publications (10% of time)

**Qualifications**
- 2-year lab-based diploma with a B.Sc./M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Biology, Physics, or related discipline
- Minimum of 2-year experience in Electron Microscopy, preferentially in analyzing biological samples including cryo low-dose techniques
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and administrative abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong written, and oral communication
- Proven ability to work well both independently and in a team environment

**How to Apply**

**We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.



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