Lab technician

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Department: Center for Molecular Neurology
Regime Full-time

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The University of Antwerp’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences, Department of Biomedical Sciences, laboratory of Neuroimmunology (NIM), headed by Prof. Dr. Emanuela Pasciuto, is looking for a lab technician.

The laboratory of Neuroimmunology (NIM), headed by Prof. Dr. Emanuela Pasciuto, is a part of the VIB-Center for Molecular Neurology (CMN) and focuses on multiple aspects of T cells biology in the context of neuropathology .

We are looking for a lab technician who will join the team and provide hands on support in tasks related to mouse colony maintenance, molecular biology, flow cytometry and mouse experiments

Position

The position includes the following tasks:

• Mouse colony maintenance and experiments
• General molecular biology tasks: DNA and RNA analysis, cloning,  etc.
• Flow cytometry and histology
• Data documentation in electronic format
• Maintenance of general lab supplies and ordering of consumables
• General structural tasks related to biobanking

Profile

• Should minimum have a (professional) bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, biomedicine or related disciplines.
• Both experienced and junior candidates will be considered.
• Will be responsible of the daily organization of the lab, including biobanking activities, mouse colony maintenance and general lab supplies
• Should have experience with general molecular biology techniques
• Experience with flow cytometry and immunology is preferred
• Ability to work independently in relation to lab organization is required
• Should have good communication, organizational and writing skills.
• Should be motivated and independent, while being able to interact effectively with other members of the team.
• Should be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Since you will be involved in experiments with laboratory animals, you will need at least FELASA B certificate

What we offer

• Full-time position with an open-ended contract on VIB payroll
• Competitive salary and benefits
• A central position and exciting job in a dynamic, innovative and motivated team of scientists
• A stimulating and international research environment
• Attractive holiday package to create a good work-life balance
• Additional benefits like pension plan, bike allowance, eco-cheques

Want to apply?

• You can apply for this job through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform. Click on 'apply for job', complete the online application form and don’t forget to include the following documents: a detailed CV, a motivation letter describing your interests and contact details of referees (if available).
• The selection committee will review all of the applications as soon as possible. As soon as a decision has been made, we will inform you about the next step(s) in the selection procedure.
• If you have any questions about the online application form, please send an email to jobs@uantwerp.be. If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact Prof. Emanuela Pasciuto emanuela.pasciuto@uantwerpen.be - Pasciuto lab - Home (vib.be)

As part of the VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology and VIB, the applicant will benefit from established collaborations and access to centralized facilities with expertise in genomics, functional genomics and cell biology, proteomics, cutting-edge microscopy, structural biology, technology development, and bioinformatics.

VIB provides a highly interactive environment and ample training opportunities for its researchers. In addition, the VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology is located in the city of Antwerp, the capital of Flanders, offering a culturally and historically rich, and ethnically diverse environment.

Starting date: as soon as possible

The University of Antwerp is a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage diversity and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.