JUNE 30, 2025

68155BR

• Full-time
• Boston
• Fully On-site
• Harvard Medical School

Company Description
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard’s world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

WHY JOIN HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL?

Harvard Medical School’s mission is to nurture a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to alleviating suffering and improving health and well-being for all through excellence in teaching and learning, discovery and scholarship, and service and leadership.
You’ll be at the heart of biomedical discovery, education, and innovation, working alongside world-renowned faculty and a community dedicated to improving human health. This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to shape the future of medicine.
Job Description
The HMS Electron Microscopy (EM) Core Facility is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research Assistant III (RAIII) to join our dynamic team. The EM Core provides high-quality services and expert supervision in transmission and scanning electron microscopy to a large and diverse scientific community, including both basic research labs and industry. The RAIII will play a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of the EM Core, working independently under general supervision, and efficiently managing multiple tasks while delivering exceptional service.

Position Description:

• Receive and prepare samples for Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) including fixation, embedding, ultrathin sectioning, critical point drying, sputter coating, high-pressure freezing, freeze substitution, immunogold labeling, and negative staining.
• Perform imaging, data collection, and analysis for specific projects based on sample submission requests, either independently or in collaboration with clients. • Assist in the training and operation of TEMs, SEMs, and ancillary equipment for sample preparation. Troubleshoot imaging challenges and assist with image analysis as required.
• Meet with investigators to help design experiments, determine the appropriate technologies, and identify optimal workflows for a wide variety of samples.
• Oversee the maintenance of lab equipment, manage inventory by ordering supplies, prepare reagents, and maintain vendor relationships. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and lab protocols.
• Conduct ongoing literature reviews to stay current with new procedures and emerging research. Apply this knowledge to improve ongoing research and develop new protocols.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as generating quotes, billing for services, and other duties as required to support the operational efficiency of the EM Core.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience working in an electron microscopy or related laboratory, preferably in a core facility setting.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in basic science or biomedical related field.
• Proven experience working with transmission and scanning electron microscopy, sample preparation techniques, and imaging analysis.
• Good interpersonal skills with a high attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues with microscopy equipment.

Additional Information
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Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week | Monday-Friday | 9:00am-5:00pm

• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Education, Identity

Please refer the Job description for details