Negative Stain EM Scientist

Proclinical is currently recruiting for a Negative Stain EN Scientist with a leading biotechnology company located in Cambridge, MA. Successful candidate will prepare negative-stain EM samples, collect EM data and, when required, train new users.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with different groups at Biogen to prepare negatively stained samples and collect EM data.
• Train new users negative-stain EM grid preparation and data collection.
• Provide support for sample preparation and data collection with a company cryo-electron microscope.
• Prepare samples (freezing and clipping grids), help develop a system to track and maintain frozen and clipped grids for data collection.
• Share responsibility with Biogen scientists for maintaining the company cryo-electron microscope (beam alignment, calibration, cryo-cycling, etc).
• Help scientists to troubleshoot and solve technical problems.

Skills and Requirements:

• BS, MS or PhD in Biophysics, Protein Biochemistry or related discipline.
• Relevant experience in a negative stain EM or cryo-EM lab is required.
• Must be a great team player with strong communication skills.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Zachary Hines at (+1) 215-531-6914 or z.hines@proclinical.com

Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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