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Electron Microscopy Specialist 2 - Pathology - Days Department:Medicine | Pathology Position Summary The Electron Microscopy (EM) Laboratory is the branch of biology which studies the ultrastructure ...

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Axle

Electron Microscopy Specialist

Hamilton, MT

$70K - $80K/yr

Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN) About the Role Axle is looking for an experienced Electron Microscopy Specialist to join our team supporting research at NIAID's Rocky Mountain Laboratories ...

Axle

Electron Microscopy Specialist

Hamilton, MT

Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN) About the Role Axle is looking for an experienced Electron Microscopy Specialist to join our team supporting research at NIAID's Rocky Mountain Laboratories ...

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The America's NanoPort team runs a state-of-the-art Electron Microscopy Centre of Excellence ... Application Scientists work closely with top specialists at leading research institutes and ...

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Electron Microscopy Specialist 2 - Pathology - Days

Ohio State University

On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

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Job Title:Electron Microscopy Specialist 2 - Pathology - DaysDepartment:Medicine | Pathology

Position Summary

The Electron Microscopy (EM) Laboratory is the branch of biology which studies the ultrastructure of cells.It is a laboratory within the Division of Renal Pathology (though they do work with other tissues), within the Department of Pathology. EM staff prepare, view, and photograph various portions of electron microscopy specimens from kidney biopsies, as well as other human tissue and cells, for diagnostic purposes, supporting the Department of Pathology in diagnostic functions pertaining to patient care.

The Electron Microscopy Specialists process minute tissue specimens, embed them in epoxy resin embedding media, polymerize the embedded tissue, use the ultramicrotome to cut both thick (1 m) and thin (80 nm) sections, and stain sections, and will learn to review and photograph specimens all under supervision from the Electron Microscopy Specialist 4 or 5.

Responsibilities

  • Performs some phases of diagnostic electron microscopy, such as accessioning, triaging specimens, specimen processing, embedding, ultramicrotomy, under supervision of senior EM Specialists, on clinical specimens.

  • Receives, labels, and stocks incoming supplies and reagents; monitors inventory and reports when supplies should be ordered; performs routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and utensils.

  • Observes and practices examination and photography of EM specimens under supervision until competency is demonstrated, then may begin to examine and photograph EM cases.

  • Will assist other areas in Renal Pathology, as required, and as training permits.

  • Meets quality control and proficiency testing standards as required by regulatory agencies; participates in various Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities; a collects data for the Medical Director and technical QA committee as directed.

  • Performs electron microscopy specimen preparation on research specimens and examination and photography on these specimens when competency has been demonstrated and documented by the EM Specialist 4 or 5.

  • Files and organizes blocks, grids, and electronic images.

  • Other duties as required.

Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in basic biological science, with microscopy courses or some EM experience preferred; Microscopy Society of America (MSA) certification preferred.

Additional Information:

Clinical Laboratories / Electron Microscopy - Individual Contributor - Specialized - S2 Experienced

Location:Graves Hall (0277)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First Shift

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