We are seeking a Scientist with expertise in Cryo-Electron Microscopy (CryoEM) and Cryo-Electron Tomography (CryoET) for our CryoEM Center. The World’s Brightest Minds Always Innovate At St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, we know what can be achieved when the brightest scientific minds face the fewest barriers. That’s why we provide world-class facilities. State-of-the-art technologies. Extraordinary support. And a collaborative, bench-to-bedside environment where you can see, firsthand, how your science translates into survival for the children we serve. Quite simply, at St. Jude, we encourage you to dream big and stop at nothing when it comes to finding cures and saving children. The Ideal Candidate: Proficient in vitrification of biological samples using Vitrobot IV, or Leica GP2 plunger. A minimum three years of independent experience operating Arctica, Glacios, or Titan Krios electron microscopes. Skilled in single-particle analysis (SPA) or tilt series data collection using software such as EPU, TOMO5, and SerialEM. Strong command in SPA and tilt series image processing including model building. Experience in cryoEM facility setup is highly desirable. Job Responsibilities: Provide support to users with daily operations of instruments such as Talos L120C, Arctica and Krios microscopes. Perform vitrification and prepare specialized grids such as graphene oxide grids, streptavidin-coated grids. Coordinate with engineers for repair and maintenance of microscopes and related equipment. Develop user-friendly data processing workflows for SPA and subtomogram averaging. Perform additional duties as needed, such as micropatterning, cryo-correlative and light microscopy, and FIB-milling. Offer hands-on training for users on instrument operation and sample preparation techniques. Stay current with advances in cryoEM and present findings in journal clubs and departmental seminars. Participate in curriculum development and contribute to teaching in cryoEM workshops. Minimum Education and/or Training: Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific area is required. PhD preferred. Minimum Experience: Eight (8) years relevant post-degree work experience is required with a Bachelor’s degree. Six (6) years of relevant post-degree work experience is required with a Master's degree. Three (3) years of relevant post-degree work experience is required with a PhD. Have More in Memphis Get the best of big-city amenities mixed with all the charm of a small-town feel when you live in Memphis. From our world-renowned music scene to our eclectic mix of food and people. Memphis is a place our employees are proud to call home. Our region enjoys a cost of living more than 20% lower than the national average and our state places no personal income tax on wages. Plus, Memphians spend five hours less per year in their daily commute compared to the national average. 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