Assistant Director, Sauer Lab, Center for Biomedical Research Support
University of Texas at Austin · Austin, TX, US
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About the Role
The Sauer Structural Biology Laboratory (SSBL) is seeking a motivated and collaborative Assistant Director to support cutting-edge structural biology research. This role combines scientific expertise, researcher support, and facility leadership, helping investigators access and apply cryo-electron microscopy. As part of the Center for Biomedical Research Support (CBRS) network, the Assistant Director will connect expertise, support interdisciplinary projects, and meet evolving research needs.
Responsibilities
- Continuously monitor performance of microscope and camera systems.
- Maintain and coordinate service on Cryo-EM, TEM and SEM and ancillary equipment.
- Monitor facilities and ancillary systems for the microscopes, and coordinate service and maintenance.
- Assist in planning and maintaining the computing environment for data collection and image processing.
- Consult with client labs to assist with planning and execution of experiments.
- Evaluate, supervise, and mentor staff, assisting in their professional growth.
- Operate as a technical resource for colleagues, CBRS administration and the academic community.
- Lead community outreach and engagement efforts, including workshops, user meetings, and training programs.
- Lead development and review of service rates and cost-recovery models.
- Participate in budget development, financial planning, rate reviews, and cost-recovery analyses.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in life or physical sciences, or in a related field.
- At least 4 years’ experience operating or maintaining high-end transmission electron microscopes.
- At least 3 years of experience using cryo-TEM for imaging of biological samples.
- Demonstrated experience managing staff, including providing direction and supporting professional development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong commitment to building and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Ability to work independently or as a team member.
- Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to complete tasks thoroughly and accurately.
- Experience using SerialEM.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Skills
- Cryo-EM
- TEM
- SEM
- SerialEM
- Linux environments
- Scientific scripting
- Workflow automation
- GPU-based processing
- High-performance computing
Location
- AUSTIN, TX
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 4+ years experience operating or maintaining high-end transmission electron microscopes
- 3+ years experience using cryo-TEM for imaging of biological samples
Education Level
- Master's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $100,000 +
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
- Retirement contributions
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
About the Company
- The Center for Biomedical Research Support (CBRS) at The University of Texas at Austin brings together a collaborative network of core facilities and laboratory support services.
- CBRS connects researchers across campus and beyond with advanced technologies, specialized expertise, and services that support a broad range of scientific disciplines.
- The Sauer Structural Biology Laboratory (SSBL) is a state-of-the-art electron microscopy (EM) facility equipped with Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and CryoEM capabilities.
Equal Opportunity
- The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
- The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.