The Electron Microscopy Unit at the Weizmann Institute of Science is seeking to hire a cryo-EM application  specialist. The facility at WIS serves the vibrant and multidisciplinary WIS community in a wide range of  techniques for biological and materials research. In particular, the Electron Microscopy Unit operates state-of the-art instruments for imaging biological samples at the molecular and cellular levels, including Titan Krios and Talos Arctica TEMs, a Crossbeam cryo-FIB-SEM and a variety of instruments for cryogenic sample preparation. There has been substantial growth in recent years in the number of local researchers adopting cryo-EM, while the cryo-EM field and the Electron Microscopy Unit are rapidly advancing, with newcapabilities constantly emerging.

We are looking for a talented and highly motivated specialist to join our dynamic unit and contribute to cutting-edge cryo-EM science and service at the Electron Microscopy Unit.

Key responsibilities and main tasks

• Supporting users in the operation of the cryo-EM microscopes.

• Assistance and training in sample preparation for cryo-EM imaging.

• Training of MSc/Ph.D. students and PostDocs to become independent users.

• Assistance in single particle and tomography data collection for untrained users

• Taking operational responsibility for daily maintenance of microscopes and auxiliary equipment.

• Providing protocols and workflows for efficient instrument operation, data collection, and data processing.

• Assistance in the analysis of single particle data and tomography data sets on a professional level.

• Keeping in touch with the latest developments in instrumentation and processing in the field and their active implementation process.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in cryo-EM, ideally in single particle and/or tomography sample preparation, data collection, and image processing in theory

and in practice.

• Good practical skills with computers and networks.

• Excellent communication skills, willingness, and ability to teach and assist students.

• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and to be an independent problem-solver.

• Experience in biochemistry and/or cell biology is an advantage.

• Written and spoken fluency in English.

• Applicants should have a Master’s or Ph.D. degree level or equivalent in either Biological Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering.

For inquiries about the vacancy and interviews please get in touch with

Lothar Houben,

lothar.houben@weizmann.ac.il

Nadav Elad,

nadav.elad@weizmann.ac.il

Please send your application letter in English with your CV, a publication list, and contact information for references to

Shosh Tzadik,

shosh.tzadik@weizmann.ac.il

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.