Department Information
The Center for Electron Microscopy and Analysis (CEMAS) is one of the largest concentrations of electron and ion beam analytical microscopy instruments in any North American institution. CEMAS brings together multidisciplinary expertise to drive synergy, amplify characterization capabilities, and challenge what is possible in analytical electron microscopy. Our world-class multidisciplinary approach enables academic and business partners to "see more" than ever before. CEMAS is a full-service research facility -from extensive sample preparation laboratories toimage-processing tools and support and allows researchers to carry out their entire microscopy and analysis program at CEMAS. Located in a custom designed facility on The Ohio State University's West Campus, every instrument in the facility meets or exceeds manufacturer performance specifications.
In 2018, CEMAS will install a Thermo Fisher Scientific Glacios cryo-TEM with a direct electron detector as well as a Titan Krios fitted with a K3 Bioquantum phase plates, and a spherical aberration corrector. At CEMAS, we are invested in the convergence of physical and life sciences and are seeking enthusiastic scientists to join our team.
Position Overview
CEMAS has an opening for a Cryo-EM Research Associate 2-Engineer to perform multidisciplinary research in Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM). This position will
perform basic functions and activities related to cryo-electron microscopes and users.
prepare TEM specimens, operate transmission electron microscopes of cryo-specimens, and screen cryo-TEM specimens for suitability in structure research
conduct assessments prior to data collections, including but not limited to performing preliminary image data quality, loading samples, and tuning microscopes
assist with oversight and maintenance of cryo-transmission electron microscopes and ancillary related equipment
participate and support research in single particle and tomography studies utilizing cryo-transmission electron microscopes and specimens
write or edit/approve progress reports, technical reports and/or journal articles
Performance Objectives
Success in this role will require enthusiasm for advanced electron microscopy and a desire and aptitude to learn quickly and continue to grow technically, as well as an appreciation for both fundamental and applied research.
Experience Requirements
Required:
Master’s degree in engineering or a relevant field of science or an equivalent combination of education and experience; considerable experience in cryo-TEM; ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge to the conduct of engineering research; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work dynamically in a diverse team environment.
Desired:
A doctoral degree in a relevant field of science or engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience; experience in an engineering research capacity; ability to independently meet research goals, solve problems, and develop scientific ideas; experience in single particle cryo-EM workflow and cryo electron tomography; hands on experience operating FEI Titan Krios microscope and FEI Glacios microscope (or equivalent).
For further details, please contact Prof. David McComb at mccomb.29@osu.edu
