Advanced Imaging Specialist
University of Birmingham
The post will be in the Advanced Imaging Facility of the Centre of Membrane Proteins and Receptors (COMPARE), part of the College of Medicine and Health Technology Hub. The COMPARE Advanced Imaging Facility offers access to state-of-the-art microscopy techniques covering several scales and modalities, from single-molecule microscopy to imaging of large cleared samples, on a mix of commercial, custom and experimental set-ups. The Facility hosts 9 state-of-the art fluorescence microscopes plus access to several custom experimental set-ups.Role summaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Advanced Imaging Specialist to join our vibrant, multidisciplinary team at the Advanced Imaging Facility of the Centre of Membrane Proteins and Receptors (COMPARE), University of Birmingham (UK). COMPARE is a joint multidisciplinary Research Centre of the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham that brings together world-leading experts in microscopy, biophysics and computer science to investigate the fundamental mechanisms of receptor signalling in physiology and disease. Our Advanced Microscopy Facility hosts 9 state-of-the art fluorescence microscopes (lattice light sheet, Marianas diSPIM, Ultramicroscope II, Nikon N-STORM, 4-camera TIRF, ultrafast FRET/calcium imaging, Nikon N-SIM, ONI Nanoimager) plus several custom experimental set-ups.The Advanced Imaging Specialist is a key role in COMPARE, taking responsibility for the management and day-to-day running of the Advanced Microscopy Facility, ensuring maintenance of the equipment and providing training and support to a wide user base. Working with the COMPARE Image Analysis Specialist, they provide comprehensive advice on experimental design, image acquisition and data analysis. They will be the lead microscopist in COMPARE which covers >£4m of specialist light microscopes, many of which are highly innovative and require specialist knowledge of microscopy hardware and image analysis algorithms.Main DutiesThe responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.
Person Specification
Informal enquiries to Professor Davide Calebiro or Dr Adriana Flores-Langarica .To download the full job description and details of this position and submit an electronic application online please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.Valuing excellence, sustaining investment.We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.Closes: 11th November 2024£35,880 to £45,163 with potential progression once in post to £47,874. Grade 7
£35880 – 45163 per year
Birmingham
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:38:45 GMT
To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (globalvacancies.org) you saw this job posting.
About us The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised…
POSITION OVERVIEW Looking to work for a fast growing company? Start your career here at…
Job Description: Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned…
Systems Integration, Inc. (SII) is a leading provider of turnkey contact center infrastructure solutions and…
Overview Why You Should Join the Service Experts Team? Our team consists of the very…
Meeting Tomorrow Customer Experience Specialist – Customer Support Remote – United States only Customer Success…