The Nikon Imaging Center (NIC) at University of California San Diego is seeking a candidate for a 2-3 year (renewable annually) post-doctoral training fellowship in advanced light microscopy techniques, quantitative image analysis and core facility management.
The Fellow will learn advanced quantitative microscopy techniques including wide-field, confocal, TIRF, FRET, FRAP, photoactivation, super-resolution microscopy, and key skills needed to manage a core facility. The Fellow will train users to apply the appropriate microscopy techniques, using a wide range of biological specimens and experimental approaches. The candidate will provide innovative contributions to the design and construction of experiments related to projects in the NIC at UC San Diego.
The Fellow will also have the opportunity to identify additional responsibilities that match their interests, such as: developing new image analysis methods with AI/Machine learning; designing and/or implementing custom imaging techniques and analysis; developing protocols for testing equipment performance and organizing microscopy discussion groups/journal clubs.
Responsibilities
Provide training and assistance to users on a variety of light microscopes operation including wide-field microscopes, confocal microscopes, high-content screening, super-resolution microscopes, and associated hardware and software
Provide training to users on image processing and analysis techniques
Perform troubleshooting, cleaning and maintenance of microscopes and quality control checks to ensure optimal performance of microscopes
Maintain computer hardware and software infrastructure
Maintain billing, usage logs, lab inventory, order supplies, and general lab housekeeping
Qualifications
PhD in Biology, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or other Science major
Experience in light microscopy techniques and understanding of quantitative image processing
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to work with a variety of people
Must be reliable and organized
An enthusiastic approach to teaching microscopy, problem solving and eager to explore new techniques in microscopy
Application
Please send cover letter and resume/CV to nic.ucsd at gmail.com. Inquiries may be directed to Peng Guo, PhD, Director (peguo at ucsd.edu).
