Texas A&M University
Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
ResearchAssociate
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“Research Associate at Texas A&M University. Skills: Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Sample preparation, Ultramicrotomy, Image analysis. Provides technical support for the Image Analysis Laboratory (IAL).. Performs routine tissue processing, resin embedding, ultramicrotomy, and heavy metal staining.”
Industry & Context.
May require travel., May require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends., Position is grant future employment may be contingent upon future funding., Security-sensitive position., Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation., Employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, physics, material sciences, earth sciences, engineering or other scientific field., Two years of research, laboratory, or related experience.
Nice to Have
Experience in cell biology or histology., Previous experience working in a research or core laboratory environment., Experience involving any form of microscopy (Light, Confocal, SEM, or TEM)., Experience with basic tissue processing, embedding, or microtomy (even for light microscopy/paraffin sections)., Prior completion of institutional Biosafety or Hazardous Waste Handling training.
What You'll Do.
Provides technical support for the Image Analysis Laboratory (IAL).
Performs routine tissue processing
and heavy metal staining.
Produces high-quality ultrathin sections and electron micrographs.
Organizes and catalogs specimens and data.
Assists with daily operation and maintenance of the ultramicrotome and TEM.
Assumes greater responsibility in independent imaging
Develops proficiency with ultramicrotomes to produce semi-thin and ultrathin tissue sections.
Collects sections on TEM grids with high heavy metal staining of sections with minimal artifacts.
Performs routine microscope startups.
Learns basic column alignment and digital camera TEM data.
Performs basic image processing.
Executes standard protocols for fixation
staining and resin infiltration.
Maintains a tracking system for all samples.
Maintains resin block and grid.
Organizes micrographs.
Transfers data to users.
Provides technical demonstrations to students or junior staff.
Ensures all project documentation is organized and archived.
Trains undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory
technical or field staff involved in research.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration and teamwork are encouraged.; Provides technical demonstrations to students or junior staff.; Trains undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
Process & Methodology
Maintain a tracking system for all samples., Ensure all project documentation is organized and archived.
Full Job Description
**Job Title** Research Associate **Agency** Texas A&M University **Department** Vet Med Pathobiology **Proposed Minimum Salary** $3,750.00 monthly **Job Location** College Station, 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[ __](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[_core_](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[ __](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[_values_](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[ __](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. **** _**Who we are**_ The [ _Texas A &M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS)_](https://vetmed.tamu.edu/) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs. _**What we want**_ The**Electron Microscopy Research Associate** provides technical support for the Image Analysis Laboratory (IAL), with a focus on sample preparation and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) imaging. Under guidance from senior staff, the associate performs routine tissue processing, resin embedding, ultramicrotomy, and heavy metal staining to produce high-quality ultrathin sections and electron micrographs. Responsibilities includ
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