Electron Microscope Tech 3-Geosciences, Project Job in Eastern Washington University

Electron Microscope Tech 3 Geosciences, Project

Cheney, WA, US, United States

Eastern Washington University

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Posting Details

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Posting Details

Working Title

Electron Microscope Tech 3-Geosciences, Project

Posting Number

2025051CP

Position Information

Classification Code

314C

RCW Exemption Criteria

EWU Position Number

C98991

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

BU 1

% Full Time

Salary / Wage Range

CS - 54

Salary Information

The salary for this position is $30,678 (minimum) up to $34,698. This

project

position is a

two-year and 8 months

, half-time position, 20 hours per week, directly funded by an extramural NSF grant. Where the candidate will begin within this range is dependent on qualifications, education, experience, and skills

Anticipated Start Date

01/16/2026

Term of Appointment

12 Months per year

Location

Cheney Campus, WA

County

Spokane

Project Description

This position is a two-year and 8 months, half-time position, 20 hours pers week, directly funded by an extramural NSF grant.

Project Duration

2 years, 8 months

Background Check

Yes - Both

Responsible HR User

Michael Brown

Responsible HR User Email address

mbrown163@ewu.edu

Position Details

Job Summary

This recruitment will close to further applications at midnight on Friday, December 26, 2025.

The College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM) at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking applicants for an

Electron Microscope Technician 3, Project

to support our new electron microscopy lab.

The Electron Microscope Technician 3, Project will provide technical support related to research, educational, and outreach activities including training new users; establishing and following proper protocols in sample preparation and electron microscopy analysis; tracking inventory, instrument use, and instrument maintenance. Ensure compliance with general laboratory and safety protocols.

Perform and apply advanced, specialized electron microscopy techniques making independent examination of materials. Serve as technical consultant to faculty and investigators with diagnostic problems or research projects. Develop and apply new techniques or procedures applicable to faculty and student research. Provide technical support for and/or instruct faculty, staff, or students, or student helpers and direct the operation of an electron microscopy laboratory.
Job Summary

The Electron Microscope Technician 3, Project will:Perform special procedures such as basic sample preparation, sample coating, and scanning electron microscopy Provide technical consultation to faculty and investigators with diagnostic problems or research projects involving the use of the electron microscopy laboratory Instruct and direct work operations; oversee the operation of training and maintenance of an electron microscope; make minor repairs and determine service needs Develop and implement new procedures; conduct literature searches and adapt techniques to specific research needs Maintain workload recording system; purchase and maintain laboratory equipment such as consumables, balances, and sample preparation equipment; track inventory levels and place replenishment orders Instruct faculty, technicians, students or student workers in laboratory procedures. Interact with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator Provide operational guidance to users on day-to-day activities Assist with preparation of instrument use reports Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise student workers if applicable Possibility of teaching as a lecturer in the candidate's discipline
The salary for this position is $30,678 (minimum) up to $34,698. This

project

position is a

two-year and 8 months

, half-time position, 20 hours per week, directly funded by an extramural NSF grant. Where the candidate will begin within this range is dependent on qualifications, education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays and 1 paid personal leave day per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page:

https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/

.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin

December 5, 2025

. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of the recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern5Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by

Colleges of Distinction

, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a

'24-'25 College of Distinction

(CoD).

Money magazine recently named

EWU

as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment

Regular work schedule of Monday-Friday 4 hours per day.

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check

prior

to beginning employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

All new employees must comply with

EWU

Immunization Policy 602-02

and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU.

Waivers

for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees' Collective Bargaining Agreement:

https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/05/

WFSE

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EWU

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field which includes coursework in such areas as chemistry, biology, geology, natural sciences, or related sciences

andtwo years of experience in an electron microscopy laboratory

OR

equivalent education/work experience, undergraduate/graduate research or training may apply Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

B.S. or M.S. in biology, chemistry, geosciences, physics, environmental science, engineering or field of study related to the research of the laboratory Experience working in a research laboratory Previous experience using transmission and/or scanning electron microscopy Experience working within an electron microscopy-related laboratory Teaching/training experience

Other Skills and Abilities

Excellent interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a service-oriented environment Strong computer and record keeping skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Flexibility and willingness to learn new technologies Ability to work both independently (with minimal guidance) and as a team member Ability to manage time efficiently and complete tasks on time Ability to be on-time for scheduled appointments and adapt to unscheduled requests

Work Schedule Type

Other

Work Schedule

50% time

Monday-Friday

4 hours per day

Posting Date

11/21/2025

Open Until Further Notice

Yes

Closing Date

12/26/2025

Screening to Begin

12/05/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants