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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares specimens and analyzes them using electron microscopy (EM) and associated techniques.
• Orients, demonstrates, and assists staff in the performance of electron microscopy procedures and techniques.
• Validates test results.
• Refers abnormal or unexpected results to the appropriate individual.
• Assists in the development and execution of new procedures and techniques.
• Calibrates, operates, performs preventive maintenance, and troubleshoots problems related to electron microscope and other lab instruments.
• Prepares reagents and assists in ordering and inventorying lab supplies.
• May prepare special stains.
• Collects specimens and identifies the portion of tissue that will yield diagnosis.
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of tissue for analysis.
• Performs analysis of tissue specimens.
• Performs specialized or advanced techniques and required calculations.
• Performs electron micrography screening and related data acquisition.
• Carries out images analysis and prepares electron micrographs for records and publications.
• Collaborates in the preparation of electron microscopy data for conferences and teaching.
• Assists in scientific writing and in developing presentations.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of case reports, electron micrographs, microscopic slides and tissue samples to comply with regulations.
• Prepares required paperwork for accessioning, billing, and evaluation of diagnostic cases and funded research.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field. Two years of electron microscopy experience.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. 

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