Research Imaging Specialist II-Ophthalmology en Boston Children's Hospital

Position Summary:
Oversees the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and operations of the optical microscopes will train users and provide hands-on assistance.
Key Responsibilities:

• Support state-of-the-art computer-assisted high speed optical coherence tomography (OCT) and maintain instrumentation and operate imaging equipment.
• Communicate with and instruct equipment usage as necessary to researchers with various knowledge levels in imaging technology.
• Communicate with suppliers to report problems, repair, or replace faulty equipment.
• Data recording and bookkeeping.
• Oral and written presentation of activities performed in the laboratory is expected for internal reports.

• Bachelor's Degree required in Science or engineering field, including Biophysics, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Physics, Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Advanced Degree preferred. 

• 5 years of experience in visualization modalities such as wide-field, TIRF, and/or confocal microscopy is required.
• Specific expertise in optics and fluorescence imaging.
• Experience with optics and/or microscopy.
• Highly motivated and organized.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to develop educational materials and conduct trainings.
• Ability to use highly technical equipment.

Work Experience Preferred: Familiarity with scanning or FIB-SEM electron microscopy and LINUX operating systems will be useful but not required. Expertise in electron microscopy useful.


Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.