Job Description
Position Number:
122774
Title:
Research Scientist
Functional Title:
Imaging Specialist
Category Status:
15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con
Applicant Search Category:
Faculty
University Authorized FTE:
100
Unit:
CMNS-Inst for Physical Science & Technology
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that students, faculty, and staff on USM campuses this fall, including UMD, are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
A position is available immediately for a Research Scientist/Faculty Specialist to build and maintain cutting edge and novel optical microscopy setups for life science applications, such as three-photon imaging and light sheet microscopy, in a new Imaging Core Facility. We are looking for a person with experience in optical instrumentation, microscope development and associated software hardware interfacing. This is a full-time position with the responsibilities being towards development and maintenance of the imaging core facility and training users in advanced microscopy systems with the expectation to also participate in research projects with faculty. The applicant will have the opportunity to work with leading faculty in fields at the interface of physics, biology, and engineering. Candidates must be highly motivated, independent workers willing to develop intellectual and practical skills. Salary is competitive, negotiable and commensurate with qualifications. Fringe benefits offered. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the shared instrumentation, including routine maintenance, repairs, train users on advanced microscopy, and help grow the user base.
- Train users in the software used to operate the microscopes and in image acquisition, including potential assistance to or collaboration on image analysis.
- Contribute to the acquisition and installation of the latest generation microscope systems.
- Collaborate with faculty on research projects and contribute to grant proposals.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in Optics, Engineering, Physics or other related fields, or Masters and at least 5 years of experience in managing a microscopy facility
- Computer skills for image analysis (e.g. Matlab or Python)
- Knowledge of optics
Preferences:
- Interpersonal skills necessary to work with a large number of people, including strong written and verbal communication skills
- Working well in teams to build and integrate the microscopy systems
- Creative problem solving abilities: our instruments will be custom built and may need to be adapted for specific imaging conditions. The person will be responsible for the operation, modification and maintenance of instruments
- Ability to work independently
- Computer hardware/interfacing skills
- Practical experience of working with imaging set ups for biomedical applications
- Some experience with building optical set-ups and microscopes
Additional Information:
The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Posting Date:
09/28/2021
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
11/01/2021
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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