Electron Microscope Technician | Franceschi Microscopy & Imaging Center; FMIC)

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

October 18, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

314C-_NPS - Electron Microscope Technician 3

Electron Microscope Technician | Franceschi Microscopy & Imaging Center (FMIC)

Classified

The Franceschi Microscopy & Imaging Center (FMIC) is a centralized research and educational facility housed in the College of Arts and Sciences and available to all Washington State University (WSU) researchers for the observation, imaging, and ultra structural study of biological and non-biological specimens. Founded in 1962, the Center is one of the oldest in the United States. The Center provides a safe, fully-equipped laboratory complex for specimen preparation for both light and electron microscopy.

Some experience in electron or confocal microscopy is expected, but we encourage applicants from the life sciences and engineering/material science disciplines to apply.

We are looking for an Electron Microscope Technician to join our team. You will help and teach users, develop new methods, and take care of our equipment. The FMIC has a long history of providing research support and student training.

Performing and applying advanced, specialized electron microscopy techniques making independent examination of material. Serving as technical consultant to faculty and investigators with diagnostic problems or research projects. Developing and applying new techniques or procedures applicable to diagnostic ultra structural pathology or research. You will also direct the work of, and instruct, post-doctoral fellows, students, or student helpers.

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

This position workson-site/in-person at the WSU campus in Pullman, WA.

$5,111 to $6,870| Range 54 | Steps A - M

Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

• paid sick and vacation leave
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• retirement
• deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
• training and development
• employee tuition waiver

For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits for WSU Classified staffand Total Compensation.

A Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field which includes coursework in such areas as chemistry, biology, geology, natural sciences, or related sciences, AND two years of experience in an electron microscopy laboratory; OR equivalent education/experience.

Masters or PhD in a life sciences/engineering/material sciences discipline.

About Department School of Biological Sciences

College of Arts & Sciences

Pullman, WA

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.

A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Full time

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

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