Lab Specialist, Advanced Microscopy Facility at UVA Health

, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Light microscopy, Confocal laser scanning microscopy, Immunostaining, Sample preparation, Quantitative data analysis, Imaris, Avia, Fiji, CellProfiler, QuPath, Python, Java, Technical support, Equipment maintenance, Image analysis, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Advanced Microscopy Facility (AMF) at the University of Virginia is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Lab Specialist. The specialist will provide technical support including sample preparation and equipment maintenance, help with the development of advanced imaging technologies, and aid with image analysis projects. About the Advanced Microscopy Facility: We provide extensive microscopy services, training, technical support, and data analysis to UVA scientists, and also collaborate on imaging projects across the wider UVA scientific community. We have five confocal microscopes (Zeiss LSM980 Airyscan 2, LSM880 Airyscan, LSM700, Leica Stellaris 8 STED with FALCON and Leica Stellaris 8 DIVE multiphoton), one Zeiss Lightsheet7 microscope, and one Leica Thunder imager with TIRF. The electron microscopy features a Jeol JSM-IT-800HL field-emission scanning electron microscope. In addition, there is an array of sample preparation equipment including a LifeCanvas SmartBatch+ for Tissue Clearing and Immunolabeling, one ACE600 sputter coater, and two critical point dryers. HIVE high-performance image data server is also available for 4D image data analysis. Required Qualifications: Hands‑on experience with light microscopy, including widefield and confocal laser scanning microscopy. Hands‑on experience with immunostaining sample preparation. Familiarity with quantitative data analysis (Imaris, Avia, Fiji, CellProfiler, QuPath, etc). Python/Java scripting experience is preferred. Ability to manage diverse, rapidly changing responsibilities in fast‑paced, collaborative research environments. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to users with varying levels of expertise. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree required, may accept combination of experience/education/certification in lieu of degree. Experience: 1+ year of relevant lab experience required. Licensure: None. Physical Demands: This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other benchwork and animal procedures requiring fine finger manipulation. This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance. This position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is a full-time benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit www.hr.virginia.edu/benefits. Compensation: The anticipated hiring range is commensurate with education and experience. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment. Application Process: Please apply online, and search for R0082803. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application online with the following documents: CV/Resume Cover Letter Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all the required documents will not receive full consideration. This position is open until filled. References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A minimum of three are required. For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, Academic Recruiter, js9rk@virginia.edu. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

Responsibilities

The Lab Specialist provides technical support for the Advanced Microscopy Facility, including sample preparation, equipment maintenance, and image analysis. They also assist in the development of advanced imaging technologies and collaborate with scientists on various imaging projects.