Optical Microscopy Specialist

2 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Health Network Full time
Job Summary

The University Health Network is seeking a highly skilled Optical Microscopy Specialist to join our team at the Advanced Optical Microscopy Facility (AOMF). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing expert advice on the preparation of fixed cells and tissues for fluorescence microscopy, as well as live cells for optical microscopy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Consult with users to help them plan their microscopy experiments and provide expert advice on the preparation of fixed cells and tissues for fluorescence microscopy.
  • Train users to operate the AOMF microscopes and support them when they experience problems.
  • Manage the AOMF's cell culture infrastructure and prepare fixed cells/tissues or live cells as needed for the AOMF's own imaging work.
  • Apply problem-solving skills to troubleshoot instrumentation issues and communicate with vendors to schedule maintenance sessions, advanced trainings, and upgrades.
  • Provide tours of the AOMF to trainees, PIs, or other visitors and meet with PIs to discuss their lab's imaging needs and potential grant applications.
  • Enhance microscopy expertise by reading microscopy papers and attending conferences, webinars, product demonstrations, etc.
  • Help develop courses, presentations, posters, Standard Operating Procedures for the AOMF's equipment or other optical microscopy techniques.
Requirements
  • At minimum, a Master's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related field and 2 years of experience is required OR, a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience performing advanced optical microscopy such as confocal, multiphoton, light-sheet, super-resolution, or related techniques.
  • Research experience in cell culture and sample preparation is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and highly proficient with computers.
  • Strong Proficiency with MS Office software, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Google Docs and Sheets.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Why Join Our Team?

The University Health Network offers a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks that make it a differentiating factor in the industry. As a member of our team, you will have access to competitive offer packages, government organization, and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). You will also have close access to transit and UHN shuttle service, a flexible work environment, opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization, and additional perks such as corporate discounts and on-site gyms.



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