Assistant Research Scientist, Joint Microscopy Laboratory

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** Job Title
** Assistant Research Scientist, Joint Microscopy Laboratory
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University Health Science Center
** Department
* * Cell Biology and Genetics
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** Bryan, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
** Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are:
Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.  Who we areAs one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.  What we want

The Assistant Research Scientist supports research conducted through the Joint Microscopy Laboratory (JML) by applying expertise in advanced microscopy techniques, data acquisition, and image analysis. Responsibilities include supporting research projects utilizing MINFLUX and Luminosa microscopy systems, assisting with experimental design and sample preparation, and providing scientific guidance to facility users.  What you need to know
*** This position will begin early 2027 and the position will close on December 1, 2026.
***** Responsibilities:
**** MINFLUX Research
*** Collects super-resolution imaging and dynamics data using a MINFLUX 3D microscope to address scientific questions of Joint Microscopy Laboratory (JML) facility users
* Evaluates and assists in the development of experimental strategies and imaging approaches to support research objectives and scientific investigations.
* Provides expertise in sample preparation and advanced microscopy methodologies to support successful project outcomes.
* Utilizes facility software and analytical tools to acquire, analyze, evaluate, interpret, and summarize imaging data and research results.
* Collaborates with faculty, researchers, students, and other facility users on microscopy-based research projects and contributes scientific expertise related to advanced imaging technologies.
** Mentoring and Training
*** Provides guidance, training, and scientific consultation to faculty, staff, students, and facility users regarding microscopy techniques, experimental design, sample preparation, data acquisition, and data interpretation.
* Assists users in developing proficiency with advanced microscopy instrumentation and analytical approaches to support their research programs
** Luminosa Data Acquisition
*** Provides occasional support for data acquisition on a Luminosa confocal microscope within the Joint Microscopy Laboratory (JML). This effort serves as backup support for the Facility Manager, who has primary responsibility for the instrument.
* Assists facility users with imaging studies conducted on the Luminosa microscope and supports data acquisition and interpretation as needed.
** Presentations and Scholarly Contributions
*** Contributes to research reports, presentations, manuscripts, publications, and other scholarly products resulting from collaborative research activities.
* Assists with the preparation of scientific and technical content for research proposals and sponsored research activities involving advanced microscopy applications.
* Other duties as assigned.
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* Qualifications:

**** Required

Education and Experience
*** PhD…