UNIV - Research Assistant Professor - College of Pharmacy

at  MUSC

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The College of Pharmacy is seeking a Research Assistant Professor to manage the MUSC Cell & Molecular Imaging (CMI) Core. The successful Candidate should have training and experience in a variety of imaging acquisition and analysis techniques, including laser-scanning/spinning-disk confocal, multi-photon, super-resolution, and FLIM/FRET microscopy, as well in image analysis, deconvolution, and visualization using ImageJ, Imaris and Huygens or similar software. The CMI Manager will work closely with the CMI Director and other CMI staff to ensure that the services provided by CMI meet the needs of MUSC researchers.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Ph.D. or equivalent in biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, or related discipline.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• At least five years of experience working in an imaging core facility.
• Expertise in live and fixed sample preparation and fluorophore selection
• Expertise in multiple advanced imaging modalities, including laser-scanning/spinning disk confocal, multiphoton, super-resolution, and FLIM/FRET microscopy.
• Ability to learn and teach emerging new microscopy techniques.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Cover Letter: A letter of application that outlines the candidate’s qualifications, research interests, and career goals.
• Curriculum Vitae: A detailed CV that includes educational background, research experience and publications.
• Scholarly activities/Research Statement: A statement of current and future scholarly activities /research plans.
• References: Contact information for three professional references who can speak to the candidate’s qualifications for the position.

ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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• Oversee the daily operations of CMI including routine basic maintenance of CMI instrumentation.
• Create, maintain, and regularly update user manuals and application notes for specific microscopes and applications
• Provide consultation to CMI users on fluorophore selection, sample preparation, and experimental design.
• Train CMI users in the proper use of microscopes and post-acquisition image processing and analysis.
• Assist CMI users in resolving experimental and technical issues relating to imaging.
• Assist in development of new imaging applications
• Together with the CMI Director, assess the needs and opportunities for acquisition of new instrumentation.
• Maintain SOPs and quality control measures to monitor compliance by CMI, its staff, and users with institutional and regulatory policies in a BSL-3 environment.
• Participate in grant and report writing.
• Help develop approaches to educate members of the MUSC research community about imaging applications to keep them apprised of developments in the field.
• Promote CMI to the MUSC research community through events
• Manage billing and maintain the CMI website.
• Conduct guest tours.