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Stanford University Cryo-Electron Microscopy Scientific Manager in Stanford, California
Cryo-Electron Microscopy Scientific Manager
School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States
Research
Post Date Feb 22, 2024
Requisition # 101349
Stanford University is seeking a CryoEM Scientific Manager for the operations of the Stanford CryoEM Center (cEMc;https://med.stanford.edu/cemc). This experienced cryoEM scientist will oversee technical staff (4 scientists) and a high-end instrumentation platform for different biological cryoEM modalities supporting Stanford users. This position will provide day-to-day management and direction for cEMc, which includes 2 Krios, 2 Glacios, 1 Morgagni and 1 Aquillos2 FIBSEM.
The manager will support cryoEM applications, provide or coordinate specialized technical support for facility users, review proposals, develop and oversee training of new users, and work with the center’s faculty director towards the development of strategic planning.
Duties include:
• Support complex scientific and research programs related to area of specialization; analyze data, monitor and oversee experimental process, and design and develop prototypes, specialized equipment, and/or systems.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, or senior administrative officers to oversee complex non-routine analyses, select optimum solutions, and perform corrective modifications to equipment and system designs.
• Carry out all activities, including troubleshooting and resolving routine problems for scientist or engineers, independently.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and scientists to design and develop special purpose equipment and/or systems.
• Participate in the planning, design, and implementation of scientific or engineering initiatives, and work toward project objective.
• Oversee a laboratory space or unit, and supervise the work of technicians and other staff associated with the group.
• Serve as a resource in review of research proposals and research capabilities, and make recommendations.
• Establish, communicate, and enforce compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.
• Develop training manuals and safety guidelines, and train new instrumentation users, researchers, and/or technical staff.
• Perform supervisory duties, including overseeing the work of technicians and other staff associated with the group/project, supervising the regular installation, maintenance, and operation of complex scientific or engineering projects, and training technicians, operators, and others working in particular scientific or engineering function area.
- Other duties may also be assigned
- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• May be exposed to high voltage electricity, radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, noise > 80dB TWA,
Allergens/Biohazards/Chemicals /Asbestos, confined spaces, working at heights ?10 feet, temperature extremes, heavy metals, unusual work hours or routine overtime and/or inclement weather.
• May require travel.
WORK STANDARDS (from JDL)
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4992
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: J
Requisition ID: 101349
Work Arrangement : On Site