Job Purpose
The postholder will join us at the Scottish Centre for Macromolecular Imaging (SCMI, https: // www. gla.ac.uk/research/az/cvr/facilities/scmi/ ). The SCMI is a consortium of 4 Scottish universities with an interest in cryo-EM – University of Dundee, University of Edinburgh, University of St Andrews, and University of Glasgow, where we are based. We deliver high-quality single particle and tomography data to users from our consortium partners and externally using our flagship CRYO ARM 300 microscope. We also run a sample preparation laboratory and microscopes for negative staining and cryo- screening. These are mostly used by users from University of Glasgow in our role as their local cryo-EM facility but are also available for external use. The work is varied, with many projects and users coming through the facility. On average, we have around 30 active users each year, from total beginners through to experienced principal investigators.
The primary role of this post will be to support SCMI users with their data processing tasks, from data delivery post-acquisition through to deposition and archiving. Example activities include delivering user training in image processing, implementing data processing pipelines and managing our data storage array.
The postholder will be a motivated scientist with a proven interest and aptitude for biological imaging and structural biology.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Manage the flow of data generated by SCMI users, setting up workflows for on-the-fly processing, delivery of data to end-users and eventual deposition.
2. Plan and deliver training courses in image processing and onboarding for users new to command line usage, HPC and job scheduling software.
3. Provide expert advice and assistance to users encountering difficult image processing problems.
4. Manage the facility's data storage and back-up capabilities, ensuring users remove or archive their data as appropriate.
5. Contribute to managing the HPC cluster, liaising with our internal systems administrator and external service contract provider.
6. Advise on future equipment requirements and upgrades.
7. Take an active role in organising symposia and other SCMI-led events.
8. Contribute to the preparation of annual reports on SCMI performance for review by the external scientific advisory group.
9. Contribute to research publications in leading international journals and presentations at national and international conferences, thereby enhancing the reputation of the SCMI community, the CVR, the School, the College and the University
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.
Please note that as part of your application you must address and demonstrate how you meet EACH of the essential/desirable criteria. If you do not address each criterion in the format explained below you will not be shortlisted for interview.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Qualifications
Essential
A1 Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar role.
Or: Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 9 Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4 or equivalent, in a relevant biological or physical science including professional accreditation with relevant formal training, and experience of personal development in a similar role.
Desirable
B1 A postgraduate degree in a relevant biological or physical science.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
C1 Knowledge of multiple software packages for cryo-EM single particle analysis.
C2 Skills in the use and management of Unix-based server systems, including job scheduling software.
C3 Knowledge of the principles and practice of cryo-EM.
C4 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. C5 Highly motivated, ability to use initiative and quick to learn new techniques. C6 Appropriate workload and time management skills.
Desirable
D1 Knowledge of image processing pipelines used in cryo-electron tomography and subtomogram averaging
Experience
Essential
E1 Experience of solving structures by cryo-EM single particle analysis
E2 Experience of managing and configuring workstations or clusters for research computing/image processing
E3 Experience of delivering training or teaching in small groups or 1-to-1
E4 Experience of trouble-shooting experiments.
E5 Experience in presenting research results to colleagues and peers.
Desirable
F1 Experience operating a cryo-electron microscope
F2 Experience of working with hazard group 2 pathogens or above.
F3 Experience of processing cryo-electron tomography data
Additional Details
The post is full-time and open ended.
For enquiries regarding this post please contact the SCMI Facility Manager, Dr James Streetley via email [email protected]
Terms and Conditions
Salary will be Grade 7, £39,347 - £44,263 per annum.
This post is full time and open ended.
As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https: // www. gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.
3 A flexible approach to working.
4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https: // www. gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.
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