Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) is internationally known as a leader in cutting-edge research and technology and its commitment to patient-centered care. BWH has a rich legacy of excellence and has been consistently recognized as one of America’s best hospitals by US News and World Report.
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
Manages the Confocal Core, and oversees its daily operation. Works very independently, with little guidance from the Director, and coordinates all Core-associated research activities including but not limited to: supervising the activities of scientists using the facility, participating in the design and modification of research protocols, and follows up on novel or anomalous results, composes and presents research reports and manuscripts. Troubleshoots software (Nikon C1 plus) and hardware (Microscopy, custom-designed environmental chamber), and assists users of the facility by providing specialized media and culture conditions to allow extended (1-2 day) time-lapse confocal viewing of cells. Provides image analysis services and training in image analysis software, including Metamorph and Image J.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintains equipment in good working order, troubleshoots both hardware and software, arranges and oversees repairs and service calls. Interfaces with vendors in the development of new software for custom applications. Tests and evaluates new equipment under consideration for use in the Core. Compares equipment from different vendors and makes recommendations as to which best serves our needs.
2. Designs and maintains website, scheduling calendar, and facilitates communication with users.
3. Trains users to properly use the system, evaluates user expertise, and determines which users are allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
4. Collaborates with other labs, provides advice and input regarding experimental design and execution. Recommends staining techniques using established biomarkers, identifies and assesses the stage of different subcellular structures.
5. Totals hours and calculates monies owed by different clients on a monthly basis, communicates this information to the business manager for billing and collection. May be asked (by the Director) to suspend user privileges from clients whose accounts remain unpaid for more than 3 months. Assists in monitoring grant budget.
6. Oversees the collection of data and insures the integrity of same.
7. Plans, designs and performs statistical analyses.
8. Implements and provides quality assurance procedures and systems.
9. Provides post-acquisition image processing for publication, to fit the specific needs of different journals. Prepares data and may present data at scientific meetings, in addition to preparing articles for publication.
10. All other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
B.S. degree in Biological Sciences, excellent computer skills, good communication skills and mechanical skills.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
1. High degree of computer literacy, including web design and management (Fireworks, Dreamweaver), image analysis (Image J, Metamorph), scientific illustration (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator).
2. Sound analytical and organizational skills
3. Good oral and written communication skills
4. Must be able to logically and effectively structure tasks, set priorities, and multitask.
5. Must be able to identify potential and developing problems and to troubleshoot solutions, often through interfacing with off-site experts and technical service providers (e.g. Nikon, Inc).
6. Some microscopy and photomicroscopy skills, including multicolor immunostaining using different fluorescent dyes, and mounting.
7. Experience with mammalian tissue culture, including preparation of specialized media, understanding of the requirements of different cell lines, cloning by limiting dilution, drug-selection of stable cell lines following transfection, and sorting by flow cytometry.
8. Demonstrated ability to analyze data statistically and present it logically,
9. Must have a broad knowledge of scientific principles, biological structures, and general laboratory techniques.
10. Must have sound interpersonal skills and the ability to train, advise, and interface with client scientists.
11. 1-2 years experience
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Lab environment. Some office work.
Shift
Day Shift
To apply online, please submit your resume here:
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Brigham and Women’s Hospital is an EEO, AA and VEVRAA employer.
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