Technician, Electron Microscopy; Part Time

Posting Number req
22773

Department RII Core Facilities

Department Website Link cores.arizona.edu

Location Main Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Research, Innovation & Impact (RII) Core Facilities at the University of Arizona is in search of an Electron Microscopy Technician. This position delivers services in the Imaging Cores - Electron (ICEL) to support internal users (faculty, research staff, postdocs and students) and external clients in a wide variety of research projects. Primary responsibility will be to facilitate electron microscopy (EM) sample processing and ultramicrotomy, and will work closely with the core manager and users to prepare samples for TEM imaging and analysis.

The University of Arizona is home to a host of research resources called core facilities or cores—highly specialized testing facilities available for use by faculty, students, and scientists in government and industry. These RII core facilities provide users with access not only to the latest instrumentation but also to experienced staff with expertise in designing and conducting experiments and analyzing data.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Operates and manages laboratory equipment and conducts technical components of research projects following supervisor instructions according to established plan.
• Receives and processes samples and performs sectioning or assists users in sample preparation for TEM imaging or training for samples sectioning following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including resin embedding, ultramicrotomy, immuno-EM and negative staining techniques.
• Keeps lab organized and maintains lab records for efficient sample prep and ultramicrotomy workflows.
• Prepares stock solutions, manages inventory and orders supplies according to established procedures.
• Contributes to ensuring compliance with regulatory organizations at the University of Arizona to maintain safety standards on usage and disposal of chemicals and reagents.
• Communicates with facility users and uses iLab Operation Software to perform tracking sample preparation of research projects and services accordingly.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

• Working knowledge of general lab instruments.
• Ability to quickly learn new lab skills.
• Organization, attention to detail and ability to follow written protocols.
• Basic knowledge of histology.
• Skills for effective communication.
• Basic computer literacy.

• High school diploma or equivalency required and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience.
• Prior experience performing standard techniques for EM.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time:
Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 20
Job FTE: 0.50
Work Calendar:
Fiscal
Job Category:
Research
Benefits Eligible:
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: DOE
Compensation Type: hourly rate
Grade: 3
Grade Range:
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Career Stream and Level: OC2
Job Family:
Research & Lab
Job Function:
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)

Number of Vacancies : 1
Open Date: 5/9/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume and Cover Letter

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