Petascale EM Imaging Specialist

About the role

The Princeton Neuroscience Institute seeks an accomplished scientist to lead the acquisition of petascale image datasets using volume electron microscopy (EM). You will work with the world‑unique beam‑deflection transmission EM and multibeam scanning EM instruments that enable connectomics at unprecedented scale.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare EM samples through fixation, staining, and embedding.
• Perform MicroCT imaging of samples and cut series of ultrathin sections.
• Acquire volumetric data using transmission EM and multibeam scanning EM.
• Maintain microscopes and related instrumentation.
• Train collaborators on EM procedures and data handling.

Required profile

• PhD in Neuroscience, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of hands‑on experience in an EM laboratory.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in parallel.
• Strong collaborative and independent work skills.
• Excellent communication and detail‑orientation.

Required skills

• Volume electron microscopy (transmission EM, multibeam scanning EM).
• MicroCT imaging.
• Ultrathin sectioning.
• Microscope maintenance.
• Serial section EM.
• Histology, viral labeling, immuno labeling.
• Stereotaxic surgery.
• Image analysis software (FIJI/ImageJ, EyeWire).
• Light microscopy.
• EM tomography (tilt‑series).

What we offer

• One‑year fixed‑term position with possible extension based on performance and funding.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art EM facilities.
• Collaborative environment within a leading connectomics consortium.
• Comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees.