Microanalysis Scientist
1 week ago
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
AgResearch Careers
Full time
-.The role and opportunity
- At AgResearch, our purpose is to use science to enhance the value, productivity, and profitability of New Zealand's pastoral, agrifood, and agritechnology sector value chains to contribute to economic growth and beneficial environmental and social outcomes for New Zealand. We are committed to mātauranga Māori along with Western science and existing structures, which have helped support positive change in farming practices and food production in Aotearoa.
- Specific research experience with mammalian hair fibre analysis or analogous fibrousproteinbased materials would be an advantage.
This is a full-time, fixed term position from 3 April September 2023.
What you will be doing
- Laboratory benchwork in coordination with other scientists and technicians
- Preparation of samples for various electron microscopy techniques (e.g., SEM, TEM, electron tomography).
- Assistance in daytoday maintenance and troubleshooting of electron microscopy methods and instrumentation.
- Analysing images and other data using software such as Cellsens, ImageJ etc.
- Contributing to funding proposals and peerreviewed publications
Your ideal background
- Ph.
- Significant practical expertise in electron and/or microscopy and biological structure
- Proven track record in a relevant science area (preferably mammalian hair fibre structure/biology and/or microscopy/ultrastructural analysis)
- Peerreviewed publication record
- Evidence of innovative use of instrumentation and analytical software (e.g., image analysis, bioinformatics)
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Our Benefits-.
How to apply -Applications close: 3 March 2023
