Research Technician
Howard Huges Medical Institute, the nation's largest private
philanthropic organization, conducts scientific research at leading
academic medical centers throughout the United States. Currently we
are seeking a trained Crystallographic Technician to oversee the
operation and maintenance of the X-ray diffraction facilities as well
as other electronic equipment for our site at the Rockefeller
University.
Responsibilities involve maintaining three Rigaku RU 200
rotating-anode x-ray generators, Rigaku RAXIS-II area detectors,
liquid nitrogen cryosystems and related equipment. As an
Instrumentation Technician, you will be responsible for aligning the
x-ray optics and providing day-to-day maintenance. In addition, you
will train lab members on the use of equipment, supervise utilization,
and will serve as a liason with the University's Computing Services
Department. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Physics,
Chemistry or Engineering and excellent management and communications
skills. Four years of related experience in X-ray crystallography or
material science is preferred.
HHMI offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
Please forward your resume, including recent salary history
to: Howard Huges Medical Institute, Rockefeller University,
Attn: Manager of Administrative Services, 1230 York Avenue,
New York, NY 10021. EOE
Howard Huges Medical Institute
