Electron Microscopy Specialist

<div style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Tahoma';">(ID: 2026-1867) <p>&nbsp;</p> <br> <p><strong>Axle</strong> is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).</p> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Tahoma';"> <p><strong>Benefits We Offer:</strong></p> <ul> <li>100% Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Coverage for Employees</li> <li>Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays</li> <li>401K match up to 5%</li> <li>Educational Benefits for Career Growth</li> <li>Employee Referral Bonus</li> <li>Flexible Spending Accounts: <ul> <li>Healthcare (FSA)</li> <li>Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)</li> <li>Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)</li> <li>Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="ck-content" style="font-family: Segoe UI; font-size: 11pt;" data-wrapper="true"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Axle </strong>is looking for an experienced <strong>Electron Microscopy Specialist </strong>to join our team supporting research at <strong>NIAID’s Rocky Mountain Laboratories in Hamilton, Montana</strong>. In this role, you’ll work closely with scientists in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, helping generate high-quality imaging data that supports infectious disease research.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys both the technical side of electron microscopy and the collaborative nature of working with different research groups. If you have strong immuno-EM experience and are excited about learning and applying newer approaches like CLEM, FIB-SEM, and cryo-EM, this could be a great fit.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></span></p> <ul style="padding-left: 48px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e61454b2f8487785cbf559087ef586f8f"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Prepare biological samples for electron microscopy (fixation, embedding, sectioning, staining) and perform imaging and analysis.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="eab6baf13396e6ffa99de4d715d4c6ef8"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Design and conduct immuno-electron microscopy (immuno-EM) experiments.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e4345f642988cdc4206cd85952e3c5f47"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Operate and help maintain TEM and/or SEM instruments, including troubleshooting when needed.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="ebff2f71f0408bf0b5bff1ecb7aed6ac6"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Work closely with NIAID investigators to plan experiments, interpret results, and solve technical challenges.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e78c2923bf7860da9f73b7e7acba94965"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Help bring new capabilities online, including techniques like CLEM, FIB-SEM, and cryo-EM.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e1393a8ca367bc019eed7480d7f049d9d"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Keep clear, well-organized records in line with NIH standards for rigor and reproducibility.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e23f50bc6387ef571eb285acc5009cd90"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Train and support other lab members or facility users in EM techniques.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e7b83a1c6e82813f7a4e268096ef5d7d0"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Contribute to the overall operation of the lab, including equipment upkeep and safety compliance.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></span></p> <ul style="padding-left: 48px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e51d6a66785df01f9b603541d30056853"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Degree in a relevant field (Cell Biology, Structural Biology, Biophysics, or similar).</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="ed7f61cd912873520e0d51661dc731058"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">At least 5 years of relevant job experience in biological electron microscopy.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="ebbc5d382ff0685a66b54f469bfb05e8b"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Solid understanding of EM sample preparation and imaging workflows.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="eb63c8dda65835b7631de4629d64e6248"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Strong experience with immuno-electron microscopy.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="ec1b0a2316bbe00813cff780fc5e6ff67"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Experience operating and troubleshooting EM instruments.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="ecc652a732019eaaba8a58935cb4a58e0"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Someone who communicates well, works collaboratively, and is comfortable supporting multiple projects.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Nice to Have</strong></span></p> <ul style="padding-left: 48px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="efb3656091a86c641c875a1066ef6eca9"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Experience working in a shared resource or core facility.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="ee928de558ecb9474be8d1449e25137af"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with, or strong interest in learning:</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e41aa053e2d6dd168adaf59eb01ec374a"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Correlative Light and Electron Microscopy (CLEM)</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e938a6c7a3f587371c386d9e71e9ef163"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Focused Ion Beam-SEM (FIB-SEM)</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e53ed25fee7be6b18fdc814057a044cb1"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM)</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e98538315bde1533949d2ce1a2ff40c97"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with image analysis tools.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What Makes Someone Successful in This Role</strong></span></p> <ul style="padding-left: 48px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="eb594e951092a4364043547fe73e115e2"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">You’re a team player who enjoys working with a range of scientists and projects.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e3a01787c89802acc90ae8ce0e82c3e6d"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">You’re curious and motivated to learn new techniques and technologies.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e409b58d43460dd8648243d734e8eb5e9"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">You’re organized, detail-oriented, and take pride in producing high-quality data.</span></p> </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-font-family" data-list-item-id="e050eb3cfb4f050521d4a18a4f8008245"> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;">You can balance multiple priorities without losing track of the details.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0;">&nbsp;</p> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Tahoma'; text-align: center;"> <p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong> The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.</p> <p>The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.</p> <p>Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: <span style=" color: black;"><a href="mailto:[redacted]" target=" _blank">[redacted]</a> </span></p> <p>This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.</p> <p>#IND</p> </div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$70,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$80,000 USD</span></div></div></div>