Biological Electron Microscopy Technician
Open University
We are searching for a microscopy technician to join our Electron Microscopy Core Facility within the Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), supporting both internal and external research projects.
You will prepare biological samples for electron microscopy, ensuring quality and accurate record-keeping. Key duties include operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the electron microscope, as well as training users on Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) while adhering to strict safety protocols. You will undertake industrial clients' work, collaborate with facility and university staff, and contribute to reports preparation.
Additional responsibilities include maintaining an organized and clean laboratory environment, organizing reagents, operating fluorescence microscopes, and assisting with student training as required.