Research Assistant

Overview Department: Keith Porter Imaging Facility Position Overview: The research assistant provides technical support for the core imaging facilities in CNMS. Duties include training instrument users on optical and electron microscopes, executing fee-for-service imaging projects, maintaining instruments, and performing administrative tasks. This role requires basic microscopy experience and the ability to learn various microscopy techniques. The position ensures the imaging facilities maintain a high standard of research support. Responsibilities Train users in specimen preparation and instrument operation. Maintain instruments and laboratory equipment. Execute client experiments, including specimen preparation and image acquisition. Support administrative tasks such as SOPs, recordkeeping, and supply ordering. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or a related field. Experience: One year of direct work experience operating an optical or electron microscope. Consideration may be given to a combination of equivalent knowledge and practice through classroom instruction or research experience. Ability to perform duties independently with attention to detail; strong time management; excellent verbal and written communication; commitment to exemplary customer service. Preferred Qualifications A working knowledge of microscopy fundamentals, best practices and sample preparation techniques. Teaching and/or training others to use scientific instruments. Instrument maintenance, including cleaning, alignment, and quality control. Image processing and analysis. Background and Instructions Background check required. Special Instructions to Applicants: Upload a cover letter and a resume. Closing Date: Open Until Filled Salary and Benefits Salary: $56,000 - $63,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary of finalists will be set based on factors including internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Benefits: UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Generous Leave: 22 Days Annual Leave, 15 Days Sick Leave, 15 Holidays, 3 Personal Days Tuition Remission: 8 credit hours per semester; tuition remission for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment Life and disability insurance; Retirement plans; Professional development opportunities; Wellness opportunities; and more Hours and Status Hours: Full-time Type: Regular FLSA Status: Exempt Equal Opportunity and Accommodation Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr Microscopy Society of America