An instrument worth £100K's or £1Mil's, that reveals the fundamental truths of life, depends on incredibly talented, dedicated, passionate staff -- imaging scientists -- TO RUN IT AND DELIVER CORRECT, ACCURATE RESULTS.
People behind the Technology
Getting the most out of advanced technologies-
The technology's moved on so fast that the companies are fantastic at making it very user-friendly which also means it's very easy to get results that are wrong.
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Modern science can't happen without really good and up to date technology platforms staffed by expert scientists who know what they're doing
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You can put the fancy expensive equipment in a facility, but it's not going to help unless you've got the people there that can that can use it and show people how to use it.
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"There is now a greater need to support closer, sustainable interactions between technology developers and users across multiple sectors and disciplines, particularly in terms of skills and technology development."
BBSCR Strategic Review
"Strong bioimaging facilities across the UK are valued by the bioimaging technology industry as hubs of technologies, training and expertise."
"As equipment becomes more advanced the need for specialist technical posts to run specific instruments grows. Dedicated expert staff members increase the efficiency of these highly complex instruments by helping researchers collect the best quality data... and by ensuring instruments are optimally maintained."
Anatomy of an Imaging Scientist
Given the highly interdisciplinary nature of the job, the requirements for dedicated bioimaging facility staff comprise a wide range of skills and attributes including, amongst others:
Knowledge of science, applications.
Seeing what others don't see
Communication, Knowledge Transfer
Passion for imaging, technology and helping people
People management and ability to train
Sample handling & preparation
Hands-on experience of tech & devices
Implementation & application of new technology
CRITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
The rapid technological advances in the area of imaging, particularly for life sciences, requires Imaging Scientists to stay up to date with the latest developments in technology and further develop and customise imaging instrumentation.
Through the process of collaboration with technology companies bringing products to market, Imaging Scientists can contribute to the development of new technologies in the alpha and beta stages. Through this co-development Imaging Scientists can ensure that technology is fit for purpose and correct for the science. This benefits technology companies by allowing them to test and improve their products before they go to market.
