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Brandeis University is looking for a Part-time Technical Support Specialist. The main purpose of this half-time (0.5 FTE) job is to expand what the Brandeis Light Microscopy Core Facility can do for its users. The main focus is assisted-use imaging: running experiments on behalf of external academic and industry users, and on behalf of Brandeis researchers. Working under the direction of the facility manager, the employee will run instruments, train and support users at basic to intermediate levels, and do routine maintenance and quality control. The facility’s instruments include widefield, confocal, spinning disk, 2-photon, STED super-resolution and light-sheet microscopes. The employee will help with day-to-day facility operations, including booking accounts, training requests, usage records, and operational spreadsheets and reports. The employee will also join workshops, outreach and professional development activities, so that the facility stays rigorous, reproducible and responsive to a growing academic and industry user base.

Job Description

• Performs assisted-use imaging for external academic and industry users and for Brandeis researchers, under the direction of the facility manager. This includes sample handling, image acquisition on the facility’s microscopes, first-pass image processing, and organized, documented data delivery. Gives users timely, high-quality results so that they keep coming back. Keeps records of the work done for each project - 35%
• Gives consultation, basic to intermediate training, and technical support to facility users across a range of light-microscopy techniques. Demonstrates standard operating procedures (SOPs) following facility guidelines. Helps users with image acquisition and introductory image processing and analysis workflows (e.g., ImageJ/Fiji) - 25%
• Performs routine maintenance, quality-control checks and performance assessments on facility instruments, including widefield, confocal, spinning disk, 2-photon, STED super-resolution and light-sheet systems. Troubleshoots equipment problems and works with instrument manufacturers and their service engineers on support and repairs, escalating to the facility manager as needed. Helps maintain SOPs that ensure data quality, rigor and reproducibility. May supervise student workers doing routine maintenance and facility tasks: assigns and checks their work, and trains them on procedures - 20%
• Helps with day-to-day facility operations: managing user booking accounts, processing training requests, keeping usage and training records, and maintaining the facility’s operational spreadsheets and periodic reports. Helps ensure that staff and users follow laboratory health, safety and risk-assessment protocols - 15%
• Takes part in internal and external professional development, technical workshops and imaging-network events. Supports outreach, facility tours and workshops for academic and industry users, and cross-trains with the facility manager- 5%

This is a part-time position working 17.5 hours a week. The salary range for the position is $32k-$40k (for half-time).

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM research field is required. Master's degree is preferred.
• solid theoretical and practical knowledge of light microscopy, including widefield and confocal imaging is required.
• Experience with at least one advanced modality (e.g., super-resolution, light-sheet or 2-photon) is preferred.
• Should be familiar with biological sample preparation, image-acquisition strategies and image analysis software (e.g., ImageJ/Fiji).
• Strong communication, teaching and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, attention to research ethics and data integrity,
• Ability to support many concurrent projects for a diverse academic and industry user base.

This application has a rolling deadline

We are looking for a Laboratory Research Scientist (LRS) to join the In Vivo Imaging team and play a vital role in supporting cutting-edge scientific research by ensuring the effective operation, maintenance of the nuclear imaging suite. Working closely with Crick scientists, external collaborators and BRF staff, you will perform PET and SPECT imaging and biodistribution studies, provide specialist technical and experimental support, and contribute to the refinement and troubleshooting of imaging equipment and methodologies. The role encompasses the day-to-day management of the facility, including equipment calibration and maintenance, laboratory organisation, database management and procurement of supplies, alongside supporting data analysis and reporting. You will also develop and maintain risk assessments and standard operating procedures (SOPs), promote safe working practices, and train and supervise colleagues in key techniques, protocols and equipment use. Working collaboratively with BRF operations staff and the wider scientific community, you will contribute to a supportive, innovative research environment through participation in group meetings, journal clubs, seminars and scientific discussions.

We are searching for a Scientist to help build next-generation light microscopy systems, predominantly light-sheet microscopes, and to use them to image expanded tissue. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, with deep expertise in optics and microscopy, hands-on experience with expansion microscopy and tissue labeling, and enthusiasm for working across the full imaging pipeline. You will design, build, align, and optimize custom microscopes; prepare specimens for imaging; acquire large datasets; and analyze them to extract biological insight. This position requires close collaboration with biologists, engineers, and data scientists to ensure that new instruments are both technically excellent and scientifically productive.

Quantitative Neuroscience Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: •  High-throughput phenotyping using automated microscopy, image-based profiling, or optical pooled screening. •  Advanced functional imaging of neural activity in live cells, deep tissues, or intact circuits. •  Multimodal and spatial omics linked to cellular phenotypes or states. •  Novel tool development, including optical, molecular, or screening tools that enable scalable quantitative measurement and perturbation of neural cells and systems.

ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team. POSITION TITLE:  Staff Scientist POSITION SUMMARY:  The Mravic Laboratory is recruiting an interdisciplinary staff scientist trained in chemical and structural biology to lead and manage cutting-edge projects using computational design and screening to produce proteins/peptides that modulate structures and functions of cellular membrane proteins. The role will include implementing cell biology assays measuring protein-protein interactions and changes in cellular signaling, trafficking, and protein function, alongside membrane protein biochemistry to purify biomolecular complexes for structural biology (cryo-EM). The candidate will lead projects, manage projects, coordinate with internal or external collaborator, establish protocols, and train lab members to characterize the biophysical and cellular effects of engineered transmembrane (TM) polypeptides, aimed at probing membrane protein biochemical mechanism for new therapeutic opportunities. There is opportunity to gain or enhance skills in molecular modeling and computational protein design including AI/L tools to engineer new synthetic peptide/protein complexes of medical relevance. A successful candidate will be self-led and able to work both independently and collaboratively to lead research projects, analyze data and interpret results. The right candidate will be highly interdisciplinary and adaptable, with a willingness to collaborate with other lab groups across on a wide range of projects and enthusiastically mentor junior lab members in research skills/techniques. The ideal candidate will bring technical experience in some of the following areas and a strong interest in developing expertise in the others: membrane protein biochemistry, molecular biology, mammalian tissue culture, cell signaling/functional assay implementation, and structural biology (cryo-EM). This role offers the opportunity to apply existing research expertise while building hands-on knowledge in chemical matter discovery and development within a collaborative research environment. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work independently to design, execute, analyze, interpret and troubleshoot scientific experiments in cell biology assays, molecular biology, membrane protein biochemistry, and structural biology.
• Accurately maintain written reports and present results in an organized and timely manner to research leadership.
• Train and mentor junior lab members in standard protocols and relevant lab techniques.
• Communicate effectively with peers, internal or external collaborators, and supervisors foster teamwork and contribute to collaborative efforts.
• Strong commitment to quality in research and presentation.
• Implement robust recombinant protein expression and purification workflows for synthetic proteins and mammalian membrane proteins in suitable heterologous host organisms (e.g. bacterial, insect, human).
• Characterize biochemical and biophysical properties of candidate synthetic proteins and interactions with target membrane proteins’ stability and structure in vitro.
• Execute protein-protein interaction assays and develop signaling/activity assays (signaling, trafficking) in cultured mammalian cell lines. REQUIREMENTS: 
• Ph.D. in an appropriate scientific discipline required. Minimum of 2 years postdoctoral experience. 
• A strong track record of research productivity as evidenced by high-impact publications and/or patents.
• Highly motivated, creative, and devoted to project goals.
• Able to collaborate proficiently and communicate effectively with colleagues and management teams.
• Able to contribute in a meaningful way to scientific discourse. PREFERRED QUALIFICATONS:  Experience and prior skill sets should include:
• Core knowledge of protein production and construct engineering, focused on membrane proteins (expression, purification, characterization)
• Experience in cryo-EM of membrane proteins
• Experience with plasmid cloning
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and cell transfection (HEK293)
• Experience with western blots, flow cytometry, and fluorescence microscopy
• Experience in implementing diverse cell-based signaling assays and characterizing protein-protein interactions
• Experience with characterizing interaction protein complexes and protein stability by in vitro biophysics (e.g. F-SEC). Additional experience that would be considered a plus (but not required):
• Prior work with molecular modeling, simulations, and computational protein design
• Prior work with directed evolution, variant library screening, and selection strategies
• Prior work with chemical biology and handling of peptides (e.g. LC-MS, synthesis, bioconjugation)
• Prior work with NanoBit assays and Co-immunoprecipitation
• Experience with computational protein design and variant library screening
• Research experience with AI/ML protein design, cell signaling assays for GPCRs, and/or protein engineering screens/selections are highly desired. ​PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• This position works in a laboratory environment. 
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process. LOCATION: La Jolla, California  COMPENSATION: The expected hiring range for this position is $78,000 to $109,200 per year, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice.  Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.  EEO Statement: The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

ABOUT US:  Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team. POSITION TITLE:  Postdoctoral Associate

POSITION SUMMARY: A hybrid computational-experimental Postdoctoral position is available in the Mravic Laboratory at Scripps Research in La Jolla, California, focusing on computational design of proteins and peptides that fold and function within cellular lipid membranes.  The lab develops software approaches that encode protein structure and interactions more accurately within the lipid environment. The role will focus on developing approaches for de novo design and protein engineering to create new chemical matter that modulates the structures and functions of cellular membrane proteins, aimed at studying and intercepting biochemical mechanism with therapeutic potential. The ideal candidate will have technical experience in multiple of the following skills and should have an interest in gaining training in the others: membrane protein biochemistry, molecular modeling/simulations, protein design, basic cell & molecular biology, structural biology (cryo-EM). Research experience with cryo-EM, AI/machine learning, cell signaling assays, and/or protein engineering screening or selections are highly desirable but not required.

Applicants should include attachments as part of the application process:  1) Contact information of three professional references 2) A list of publications (past and/or pending) 3) A brief cover letter / statement of interest describing past expertise and postdoctoral research interests.

Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges. Scripps Research adheres to the National Institutes of Health (“NIH”) and National Science Foundation (“NSF”) definition of a Postdoctoral Scholar:  An individual who has received a doctoral degree (or equivalent) and is engaged in a temporary and defined period of mentored, advanced training to enhance the professional skills and research independence needed to pursue their chosen career path. Make Scripps Research your next step to advance and develop your career. Click here to learn more about our Postdoctoral Program and Services: https://education.scripps.edu/postdoctoral/ REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a doctoral degree in cell biology, genetics, neurobiology, molecular biology, biophysics, or related field. A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator and Human Resources. Highly motivated, independent, with outstanding written and oral communication skills, and with available or pending peer-reviewed publication(s). COMPENSATION: Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and California’s exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting range of $70,304- $75,353. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE: 

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including four medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees
• Paid Time Off - 5 days annually
• Free, on-site parking. 
• Pet Insurance The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice.  Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.  EEO Statement:The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. 

A Bioimage Analyst position is available in the Microscopy Facility at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB), Bellinzona Institutes of Science (Bios+), in Bellinzona, Switzerland, to develop custom, state-of-the-art image analysis solutions for our research community spanning immunology, oncology, and translational research.

Your profile * Master or PhD in computer sciences, physics, biology, or related disciplines, or equivalent experience. * Strong skills in Python and experience with modern computer vision and emerging AI methods relevant to bioimage analysis, including vision transformers, foundation models, large language models (LLMs), or agentic AI tools. * A ‘can-do’ attitude and the ability to work independently in a heterogeneous environment with biologists, medical doctors, engineers, physicists, etc., translating between biological research questions and technical implementation. * Experience with some of the following would be an asset: ImageJ/Fiji, napari, Cellpose, SAM-family, OME-Zarr/NGFF, QuPath, CellProfiler, Imaris, arivis Pro, Huygens, MATLAB, or Julia.

Your responsibilities * Design, implement, and maintain custom image analysis pipelines for light and electron microscopy, including application, adaptation, or training of deep learning models. * Train and support researchers in the use of the analysis pipelines.  * Advise researchers on experimental design for quantitative imaging, including controls, metadata standards, and statistical considerations. * Contribute by teaching in courses on image analysis and microscopy. * Provide hands-on training and assistance to light microscopy users, including design of feedback/smart microscopy tools.

What we offer * A flexible role allowing transition between image analysis development and hands-on advanced light microscopy. * A dynamic, cohesive and highly collaborative community. * Access to modern light/electron microscopy facilities and computational infrastructure. * Opportunities for co-authorship on high-profile collaborative projects and development of new image analysis methods.

How to apply Please submit a single PDF containing a brief statement of interest (max. 1 page) describing your bioimage analysis experience and any microscopy practice, a full CV, and contact details for two references to diego.morone@irb.usi.ch (Manager of the Bios+ Microscopy Facility).

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, starting review after January 1st 2027. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Cedars-Sinai is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Director for the Microscopy Core in the Department of Biomedical Sciences within Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University (CSHSU). This is a faculty leadership opportunity for an experienced scientist. The Director for the Microscopy Core will build existing microscopy services into a cutting-edge research core supporting the academic mission of the institution. The Director, reporting to the Scientific Director of the Research Cores, will be responsible for daily core operations and supervising staff to ensure high-quality, cost-efficient, and timely services are delivered to client CSHSU investigators. Department of Biomedical Sciences The Department of Biomedical Sciences at Cedars‐Sinai is the vibrant hub where basic science and translational research powerfully combine to create solutions for medicine’s most pressing questions. The team works tirelessly and collaborates across disciplines, including immunology, imaging, genomics, neuroscience, cell biology, metabolism, bioinformatics, diagnostics and therapeutics. Cedars-Sinai Cedars-Sinai has been named to the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 10 consecutive years and tied for #1 in California and Los Angeles in the 2025-26 rankings. Cedars-Sinai is a major hub for biomedical research, with substantial extramural research funding and a rapidly expanding, vertically integrated health system. We are a national leader in providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare that encompasses primary care as well as specialized medicine and conducting research that leads to lifesaving discoveries and innovations. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching, and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents. Application

To learn more about the position and apply please visit Cedars-Sinai Careers at careers.cshs.org/faculty-and- physicians or at this link.

At Cedars-Sinai, we are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve.

https://careers.cshs.org/job/los-angeles/director-microscopy-core/252/101699322080

Overview: Michigan State University's Department of Radiology invites applications for tenure-system faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and/or Professor to join the Center for Imaging and Image-Guided Therapy (CIIGT). Successful candidates will contribute to the scientific growth and national prominence of the CIIGT, a state-of-the-art translational imaging center equipped with a Siemens Biograph One PET/MRI system, advanced radiopharmacy capabilities, and extensive preclinical (https://imaging.iq.msu.edu/) and clinical imaging resources (https://biomedicalimaging.msu.edu). They will interact with our Precision Health Program (PHP; https://radiology.msu.edu/research/precision-health-program) and the Institute for Quantitative Health Sciences and Engineering (https://iq.msu.edu/)  to advance new technologies aimed at improving health.   The CIIGT harnesses the full potential of Michigan State University’s unique research and clinical assets. With two co-located medical colleges, a college of nursing, a college of veterinary medicine, and nationally recognized programs in animal and agricultural sciences and our world-renowned Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (https://frib.msu.edu/) the Institute for Quantitative Health Sciences and Engineering, and clinical imaging research (https://izzofamilymedicalcenter.com/) combined with established and emerging clinical partnerships across the state, CIIGT is a truly distinctive research environment, unlike any other in the world. CIIGT is an inspiring and tangible manifestation of MSU’s One Team, One Health initiative envisioned to bring our strengths in human, animal and environmental health together to become a national powerhouse of precision health and healing. The CIIGT provides a collaborative nexus of innovation uniquely enabling scientists to leverage human and large animal models and reciprocal translation to the benefit of all life.   This position is part of Michigan State University’s Global Impact Initiative (GII), a comprehensive strategic investment in new and enhanced research endeavors designed to advance big ideas, innovation, and global impact while responding to the MSU 2030 Strategic Plan. The GII supports faculty recruitment in high-priority areas of research and aligns investments with university and college priorities, historical strengths, and new opportunities for growth.  As part of this strategic investment, faculty members will bring or develop innovative, externally funded research programs and work closely with the CIIGT Director and investigators across the Colleges of Human Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, and other university partners to advance translational imaging research spanning human and animal health.  

Required Qualifications:

• Appropriate doctoral degree (PhD, MD/DO, DVM, or equivalent) in imaging science, radiology, biomedical engineering, medical physics, nuclear medicine, neuroscience, cancer biology, radiopharmaceutical sciences, or a related discipline. 
• Demonstrated expertise in PET imaging, MRI, or molecular imaging and experience applying PET, PET/MRI, PET/CT, or related radiopharmaceutical/imaging approaches to important scientific and/or clinical questions. Relevant expertise may include quantitative image analysis, kinetic modeling, radiotracer development, dosimetry, image-guided applications, or other advanced imaging methods. 
• For the proposed rank: evidence of independence and a trajectory appropriate to the candidate's career stage, including success in obtaining, or strong potential to obtain, competitive extramural funding. Assistant Professor candidates should demonstrate an emerging independent program and strong funding potential; Associate Professor candidates should demonstrate an established independent program and active extramural support; Professor candidates should demonstrate a sustained, significant record of independent extramural support and research leadership. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Strong record of mentoring students, trainees, and early-career investigators. 
• Experience in translational science, image-guided therapies, and/or clinical trials. 
• Evidence of interdisciplinary research and team building.  

Required Application Materials: 

• Cover letter summarizing your qualifications and interest 
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and funding history 
• A vision statement for research (3 page maximum) 
• Names and contact information for at least three professional references 

Application review begins November 1, 2026; applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. 

Job Description Overview

Organization: napari (a NumFOCUS Sponsored Project) Position Type: Independent contractor agreement. Global, 100% Remote. Duration: One year, possibility to extend. Commitment: 0.4 to 1.0 FTE (Full-Time Equivalent, 35 hrs/week, 48-weeks) / Minimum 0.4 FTE Compensation: USD $59.50 per hour. $100k/yr at 1.0 FTE. Benefits: Paid travel to conferences, workshops, and hackathons. Fully flexible work hours. As an independent contractor position, traditional employee benefits such as health insurance and PTO are not provided; contractor will bill hourly for hours worked in the prior month. Target Start Date: Preferred November or December 2026. Open to January 2027 and later.

About napari

napari is a fast, interactive, multi-dimensional data viewer for Python. As a healthy and growing open-source project, napari relies on a dedicated community to drive its development and maintain its ecosystem of core libraries and plugins. There is a particular need for attention to the napari core library to address outstanding architectural issues and create a well-constructed core that will make project maintenance easier and enable new viewer features.

The Role

We are seeking Remote Developers-in-Residence (DiR) to work on napari repositories to meet strategic roadmap priorities and maintain the health of the project. You will work with the current Developers-in-Residence, core team members, and community to plan and deliver key items on the napari Roadmap, with a particular focus on the User-facing Improvements items in the Core Library section. We work fully remotely with no set working hours, since there’s no headquarters! What matters more is how you stay connected: attending community meetings, communicating your progress and blockers on Zulip, and keeping PRs updated and legible to others. Success in this role means being comfortable working autonomously, reaching out for help when you need it, and making your work visible and coordinated with the wider team. You will serve as a core technical anchor to address architectural challenges, accelerate review cycles, and mentor community developers. You will be guided by the napari Steering Council and members of the napari core team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a widely used scientific visualization tool and to meet the needs of a growing and diverse community of developers and users.

Selection Criteria

Qualified candidates should have intermediate to advanced experience developing software with the Python programming language, version control with Git, familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, and writing and maintaining tests. Ideal candidates may demonstrate one or more of the following:

1. Contribution to and maintenance of Open Source Software.
2. Use of and contribution to napari and/or its plugin ecosystem.
3. Experience in computer science and software engineering fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures, performance, and architecture design patterns.
4. Training in medical imaging, bioimaging, geosciences, physics, and other image data-adjacent fields.
5. Experience with Qt, graphics programming, and/or image rendering.

   Key Responsibilities

   Your time will be distributed across three core focus areas:

   1. Feature Development & Architecture (~60%)

   • Strategic Roadmap Execution: Design, build and refactor core features in alignment with the napari Roadmap.
   • Core Modularization: Untangle legacy components to build a lightweight, fast, and modular core viewer that simplifies future maintenance and supports alternative rendering backends.
   • Ecosystem Collaboration Contribute features, bug-fixes, and PR reviews to napari-adjacent repositories (e.g., vispy, pyapp-kit suite).
   • Documentation: Write and maintain clear technical specifications, design documents, and user references alongside development and maintenance work.

     2. Project Maintenance (~20%)

   • Triage: Provide empathetic, constructive, and timely review on pull requests and issues in the napari organization repositories, address the PR and issue backlog, and keep the project moving forward.
   • Developer Experience & Tooling: Implement ways to make the project easier to work with (e.g., improving tests, CI workflows, style consistency, automation).
   • Release Readiness: Assist with release stabilization, testing release candidates, and resolving pre-release blockers.

     3. Community Enablement & Outreach (~20%)

   • Community Discussions & Meetings: Participate actively in community developer meetings, architecture discussions, and technical Zulip chat threads.
   • Technical Mentorship: Onboard and mentor community contributors to the napari project.
   • Conferences & Technical Outreach: Prepare proposals, author technical materials, and present talks or tutorials representing napari at open-source and scientific conferences (e.g., SciPy, EuroSciPy), workshops, and hackathons.

     How to Apply

     To apply, please submit the following to the application typeform:

6. Your resume or CV.
7. A link to your GitHub profile or other software portfolio highlighting representative software development. Highlight, if applicable, napari-related work.
8. A statement of interest (1 page) describing your experience with Python development, your connection to or interest in napari, and what you would like to engage with in the DiR role.
9. Representative contribution (½ page): PR, issue discussion, etc — briefly explain what problem you solved and your approach. Please provide a link to the contribution.
10. Availability and Commitment: Please specify your preferred weekly hours/FTE commitment and start date availability and preference.
11. Interview Availability: What availability (dates and times) do you have for interviews, starting October 7th? Please include a timezone.
12. Contractor Status: I confirm that I understand this is an independent contractor position (not an employee role), and that I have looked into what this means for me legally and financially in my country/region — including tax obligations, invoicing, and any registration requirements — before applying. Please reach out with any questions.

    Interview Selection Process

    Candidate applications will be scored on a rubric evaluating Python and software engineering; open source and community work; domain and technical context; and communication and interest. Selected applicants will receive a request to schedule a 60-minute online interview with two napari team members. Thirty-six hours prior to the interview, the applicant will receive a link to a demo repository and be asked to review a toy pull request, to be returned at least twelve hours prior to the interview. All candidates will be contacted with the outcome of their application as early as practicable.

The School of Biological Sciences (https://biology.ucsd.edu/), Departments of Cell and Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology, and Neurobiology, hereby announce a search for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant rank, or tenured Associate or Full Professor level in the field of Transformational Biological Technologies, capitalizing on recent institutional investments at UCSD in cryoelectron microscopy and the Goeddel Family Technology Sandbox (https://biology.ucsd.edu/research/facilities-resources/technology-sandbox/index.html). Candidates using cutting-edge technologies including cryoelectron microscopy, cryoelectron tomography, mass spectrometry, light microscopy, and/or other technologies to advance mechanistic understanding of fundamental problems in molecular, cellular, developmental, or neuronal biology are encouraged to apply.

Required faculty responsibilities include developing an excellent research program supported by extramural funding, teaching undergraduate and graduate students, and participating in service activities. Candidates at the Associate or Full Professor level with experience and/or interest in leadership in collaborative research programs, core facilities, or at the department or school level are particularly encouraged to apply.

The School of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego brings together exceptional breadth in biological research in a highly collaborative community. Our faculty pursue fundamental discoveries across scales, from molecules and cells to organisms and ecosystems, while developing and applying technologies that are transforming biology. With outstanding graduate and undergraduate programs, state-of-the-art research capabilities, and deep connections across San Diego’s scientific institutions, the School offers an outstanding environment for research, education, and innovation. 

Basic Qualifications: 

• At the time of application, applicants must hold a PhD in Biology or a related field.    
• Qualified candidates should document at least two concrete goals for their planned scholarly and creative activities in their statement of professional activities.  
• Qualified candidates will have at least three publications or preprints that demonstrate research experience and/or experience relevant to their planned scholarly activities.   
• Qualified candidates will have demonstrated potential to contribute effectively to the undergraduate and/or graduate educational programs of the School of Biological Sciences and to support students’ educational and academic success, as evidenced by relevant teaching, mentoring, training, or outreach experience. 
• Qualified candidates for an Associate or Full Professor position are expected to have an impactful publication record consistent with their years of experience 
• Individuals applying for appointment with tenure should demonstrate leadership experience, for example, leading programs, committees, centers, or other initiatives.    Salary:  A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $132,100-$273,100. 

The posted UC Academic salary scales set the minimum pay as determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2026-27/policy-covered-oct-2026-scales/t1.pdf 

The base salary range from the salary table for this position is $84,100- $220,500. 

“Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.  

Additional UCSD salary information can be found here: https://aps.ucsd.edu/compensation/apo-salary.html    Review Date:  Review of applications will commence and will continue until position is filled.    Requirements:   Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching, and 3-5 publications.  

Applicants at the Assistant Professor level need to submit 3-5 references.

Applicants at the Associate or Full Professor level need to provide contact information for 3-5 references. 

To Apply:  Applications must be submitted through the University of California San Diego’s Academic Personnel Recruit System: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04607 

Further details about the required application material can be found at: http://biology.ucsd.edu/jobs/apply-lrf-lsoe.html

The MIT Cryo-EM Facility is seeking a full-time Cryo-FIB/SEM Staff Scientist to join our collaborative team at MIT.nano. We are looking for an experienced microscopist to take the lead on our HydraBio PFIB/SEM—which is equipped with a Delmic METEOR integrated fluorescence light microscope for in situ cryo-CLEM—and support our expanding cryo-ET user base. In this role, you will be the primary expert for the HydraBio-METEOR, working directly with researchers from across MIT (including the Department of Biology and the Koch Institute). You will collaborate closely with users to optimize lamellae preparation, fluorescence imaging, and other advanced workflows (slice and view, lift-out, spin milling), as well as troubleshoot complex sample challenges. A major focus of this position balances user training with hands-on collaborative work—you will mentor scientists with varying levels of structural biology experience to become independent, while actively partnering with them to drive advanced projects forward. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with cryo-FIB/SEM instrumentation, a practical approach to facility operations, and a genuine interest in collaborative problem-solving. Please note that work authorization in the US is required for this position. To view the full job description and submit an application, please search for "Cryo-FIB/SEM Staff Scientist" directly on the MIT Careers portal.

Position: Associate Research Scientist Location: Columbia University in the City of New York: Columbia University Irving Medical Center: Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons: Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center Link to apply: https://apply.interfolio.com/191686   Description Columbia University is a leader in biomedical research and is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Columbia’s Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons is amongst the top research universities and provides an outstanding intellectual environment. The Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center (HICCC) at Columbia University Irving Medical Center provides outstanding Biomedical Research Cores. The HICCC houses 12 core facilities or shared resources that provide services essential to basic and translational cancer research. The Confocal and Specialized Microscopy Shared Resource (CSMSR) at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) is seeking an Imaging Scientist at the rank of Associate Research Scientist.  The CSMSR is a highly rated, well-funded imaging core serving hundreds of research labs at the CUIMC campus as part of the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center, and has provided confocal and other advanced optical microscopy technologies and expertise for over 25 years. Capabilities include confocal, 2-photon (ex vivo and intravital), light sheet, high-content plate imaging, super-resolution, wide-field, laser capture microdissection, and real-time metabolic analysis. Details are available at the core website: https://www.cancer.columbia.edu/research/shared-resources/confocal-and-specialized-microscopy. The Imaging Scientist’s primary responsibility will be to work with our diverse user base of basic and clinical scientists to meet their needs for high-performance imaging. This may include training on existing equipment, developing new workflows, or adapting existing methods and analytical approaches, as needed. The Imaging Scientist will also maintain and troubleshoot imaging and computer systems, and assist with purchasing, scheduling, and billing. Opportunities are available for community outreach, workshops, and grant preparation. Collaborative studies and publication are possible for motivated individuals. The Imaging Scientist will report to the Technical Director and Faculty Director.  Please contact Technical Director Theresa Swayne (tcs6@cumc.columbia.edu) or Faculty Director Liza Pon (lap5@columbia.edu) for further details. Qualifications Minimum Degree Required

• Ph.D. degree in a relevant scientific field 

Minimum Qualifications

• Expertise in advanced microscopy, including image acquisition and analysis, and knowledge of imaging technologies and sample preparation methods
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Interest in state-of-the-art imaging technology, and in applying this technology to meet the scientific objectives of Shared Resource users
• Experience with light-sheet imaging, intravital imaging, and/or real-time metabolic analysis is desirable, but not required

The Tang Lab at the University of Virginia is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study the multiscale structure, mechanics, and failure of load-bearing biological tissues. The research combines advanced electron microscopy techniques (e.g. FIB- SEM 3D imaging), mechanical testing, and AI-driven image analysis, with current projects focused on human bone and soft-hard tissue interfaces. We seek candidates with a PhD in Materials/Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering or a related field. Substantive hands-on experience with FIB, FIB-SEM, or advanced SEM is required. Experience with serial FIB-SEM is ideal, but candidates with hands-on experience in lamella preparation, or related FIB workflows are also encouraged to apply. Experience with 3D image reconstruction, segmentation, Python/MATLAB, ImageJ/Fiji, Dragonfly, Avizo, and machine learning is preferred. The initial appointment is for one year, with possible renewal contingent upon performance and funding. The start date as early as Fall 2026.

ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.   POSITION TITLE: Microscopy/ Histology Technician The Microscopy / Histology Technician is responsible for the preparation and processing of tissue specimens for microscopic examination. Duties include embedding, cutting, and staining a wide variety of tissue specimens. RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES:

• Performs laboratory functions to include—but not limited to—solution preparation, record keeping, and operation of benchtop equipment.
• Dissects and processes tissue (including decalcification of bone).
• Embedding of biological samples in resin / plastic / paraffin
• Performs various fixation and sectioning techniques (microtome, cryostat, ultramicrotome).
• Prepares stains and stains tissue.
• Digital imaging / slide scanning and image analysis.
• May include some lab equipment maintenance. REQUIREMENTS:
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in  biology or biomedical science or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been attained.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in preparing samples for transmission electron microscopy and histology.
• Fundamental knowledge of laboratory safety.
• Experience with sample preparation for electron microscopy.
• Experience with ultramicrotomy for electron microscopy.
• Experience with a broad range of histological stains, such as H&E, PAS, Trichrome, Oil Red O, Giemsa, Nissl, and Weigert’s.
• Experience preparing stains from component ingredients.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunocytochemistry (ICC), antigen retrieval, in situ hybridization (ISH).
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively with and manage varied technical and non-technical personalities in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Must possess a high degree of self-reliance, flexibility, and initiative. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• With or without reasonable accommodation, employees in this position must be able to lift and handle equipment or materials up to 20 pounds; as well as perform repetitive motions with arms, wrists and hands. This position may also include utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) and working in an environment that contains biohazardous materials. May also include stationary position for an extended period of time, traverse campus/facility as needed, operate machinery such as computer, phone, copy machine; exposure to cold or hot temperatures.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
•  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This is an on-campus position working onsite 5 days a week. COMPENSATION: The expected hiring range for this position is $76,960 -$89,400 per year commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:  
• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars) 
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking  The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice.  Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.  EEO Statement: The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Job Summary

The Tang Lab at the University of Virginia is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to develop FIB-SEM imaging and quantitative 3D analysis workflows for load-bearing biological tissues. The position integrates specimen preparation, volume imaging, image reconstruction and segmentation, and structure-mechanics analysis.

Job Description

The successful candidate will help establish reproducible FIB-SEM workflows for bone and soft-hard tissue interfaces, including specimen preparation, serial imaging, artifact mitigation, volume reconstruction, segmentation, and quantitative analysis. Applicants should have substantial experience in at least one of the following areas and strong interest in developing expertise in the other:

• Hands-on FIB/FIB-SEM, volume EM, or advanced biological electron microscopy
• 3D image processing, reconstruction, segmentation, or machine learning Experience with lamella preparation, lift-out, serial FIB-SEM, biological or mineralized specimens, Python, MATLAB, ImageJ/Fiji, napari, Dragonfly, Avizo/Amira, or related tools is desirable. Applicants must hold a PhD in materials science, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, bioengineering, microscopy, applied physics, or a related field by the appointment start date. The initial appointment is for one year, with possible renewal depending on performance and funding. The start date is flexible. To apply, email Toni.Tang@virginia.edu with a CV, most relevant/representative publications, and a description of the instruments, imaging procedures, and analysis methods personally used.

Faculty profile: https://engineering.virginia.edu/faculty/tengteng-toni-tang UVA Center for Applied Biomechanics: https://engineering.virginia.edu/centers-institutes/center-applied-biomechanics

Biohub is seeking a skilled and motivated Research Associate II to support our structural and cellular biology programs across proteomics and cryo-electron tomography. This is a hands-on bench role at the intersection of stem cell and mammalian cell biology, genome engineering, proteomics technology development, and advanced cryo-electron microscopy. You will maintain and engineer cell lines, design and optimize sample-preparation workflows for both mass spectrometry and cryoET, and help implement proximity labeling, crosslinking, correlative light and electron microscopy (CLEM), and FIB-SEM lamella preparation to map protein interaction networks and cellular architecture.  This position is well suited for candidates who enjoy hands-on experimental work, thrive in collaborative and fast-paced research environments, and are excited to contribute to biological discovery through the development and operation of advanced proteomics and imaging workflows. You will work closely with other scientists of diverse backgrounds in a fast-moving, collaborative environment where your contributions directly shape the team's scientific output.

What You'll Do

• Maintain, seed, and harvest human iPSC and mammalian cell lines for downstream proteomics and imaging workflows.
• Engineer and validate cell lines for proteomics assays (CRISPR endogenous tagging, lentiviral overexpression) .
• Prepare samples for proximity labeling (e.g., TurboID) and immunoprecipitation plus crosslinking mass spec.
• Prepare cell samples for cryoET and correlative light and electron microscopy (CLEM) experiments including transfections and fluorescence labeling.
• Prepare vitrified samples using cryogenic freezing methods such as plunge freezing and high pressure freezing.  
• Perform cryo FIB milling on vitrified cellular samples using FIB-SEM instruments.
• Assist with cryoET data collection, tomogram reconstruction, and visualization.
• Work with team members to improve the throughput, reliability, and scalability of proteomics and imaging assays.
• Maintain rigorous documentation of protocols, experimental conditions, results, sample tracking, and reagent inventory.
• Contribute to publications and present findings internally and at scientific conferences.

  What You'll Bring

  Essentials

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 2 years of experience in an RA I position, or 4 years of relevant, post-graduate research experience.
• Experience maintaining mammalian and/or human pluripotent stem cell lines, with strong sterile technique and familiarity with culture best practices and quality control.
• Experience with light or fluorescence microscopy.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail across complex, multi-step experimental workflows.
• A dynamic, adaptable, and self-motivated approach, with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team.
• Enthusiasm for learning new techniques and contributing to cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary research. Nice to have
• Experience with immunoprecipitations, western blotting, and proteomics sample-preparation workflows.
• Hands-on experience with proximity labeling approaches (TurboID, BioID, APEX).
• Hands-on experience with CRISPR-based genome editing, including sgRNA and donor design.
• Experience with cryogenic sample preparation, electron microscopy workflows, and/or operating or supporting FIB-SEM instrumentation.
• Exposure to cryo-electron tomography and protein structure prediction.
• Experience with coding (Python, R, etc.) for analysis of omics datasets, or with basic image/data processing and annotation workflows.

  Compensation

  The Redwood City, CA base pay range for a new hire in this role is $83,000.00 - $103,000.00. New hires are typically hired into the lower portion of the range, enabling employee growth in the range over time. Actual placement in range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process.  This position may be eligible to participate in our discretionary annual performance bonus program. Bonus eligibility and targets are determined in accordance with our total rewards philosophy and may vary by role.