EM FACILITY LAB ASSISTANT - Ward lab
Company: Scripps Research
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute
ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact
on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This
significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in
immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV),
neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla,
California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple
Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading
postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two
elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute
for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational
Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry
and computer science with translational science to produce
pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine.
Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the
frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting
human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a
difference, this could be your opportunity to join our
transformative team. POSITION TITLE: EM FACILITY LAB ASSISTANT
POSITION SUMMARY: The electron microscopy facility at Scripps
Research is seeking a motivated candidate to aid existing support
staff in maintenance and oversight of our electron microscopes and
ancillary equipment. No prior experience in electron microscopy is
required, and the candidate will receive on-site training by our
senior staff. R ESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Initiate in-house
maintenance calls for facility issues. This can range from carpet
cleaning and having light bulbs changed to air conditioning and
heating problems. Repair of instrumentation that is not covered by
a service contract such as vacuum stations, glow discharge units,
carbon evaporators, cryogenic devices, etc. Oversee troubleshooting
and maintenance of electron microscopes, fluorescent microscopes,
and other related ancillary equipment. Oversee vendors honor
service contracts. Be the point of contact for field service
engineers and vendors. Maintain stock of lab supplies and
consumables. Develop written, standard operating protocols for use
of the instrumentation. Responsible for training of new electron
microscope users and overseeing the scheduling of equipment usage.
Become proficient in electron microscopy data collection and sample
preparation. ? REQUIREMENTS: Requires a bachelor's degree in
relevant scientific discipline with one year minimum of related
experience. A strong electrical, mechanical, software, and physics
background. Experience with vacuum systems, high voltage supplies,
electron sources, optics, digital imaging and processing. Teaching
and technical writing experience. Experience in electron microscopy
is useful but not a requirement. COMPENSATION: The expected hiring
range for this position is $19.28 to $23.25 per hour, commensurate
with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that
exceeds the listed requirements. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility,
employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no
employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a
403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax
dollars) Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three
medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental,
vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more Access to Flexible
Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care) Competitive vacation and
sick leave policies Free, on-site parking The above statements
describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms.
The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities,
duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the
content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of
Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in
this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or
to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of
Scripps Research staff. EEO Statement: The Scripps Research
Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of
thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All
qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally
protected characteristic or status.
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