Junior Lab Technician in M Spectrometry Imaging

VIB is an entrepreneurial and vibrant nonprofit research institute in FlandersBelgium with a clear focus on groundbreaking research in life sciences. About 1500 scientists and technologists from over 60 countries are based at the 5 Flemish Universities of Ghent Leuven Antwerp Brussels and Helt and are studying the broad spectrum of molecular mechanisms that regulate the functions of the human body plants and microorganisms.

The VIBKULeuven Center for Cancer Biology (CCB) located on the Campus Gasthuisberg of the University of Leuven contributes to the better understanding of the biology that underlies cancer initiation progression and metastatic dissemination with the ultimate goal to develop more effective and specific anticancer (combination) therapies. CCB is currently composed of more than 200 scientists in 12 independent research groups and units. Our scientific interest lies in various hallmarks of tumors and their microenvironment including inflammation metabolism genetic and epigenetic regulating circuits. CCB fosters an interdisciplinary environment and close cooperation with the Comprehensive Cancer Center of Leuven (LKI) and the University Hospital both located on the same campus to promote translational research.

The Spatial Metabolomics Expertise Center is a research platform collaborating with Scientists from VIBKU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology external universities and private companies to support biological pharmaceutical and medical fields in their research. Our M Spectrometry Imaging (MSI) platform allows to map the spatial distribution of metabolites and proteins from a tissue section with stateoftheart technologies and equipment.

Your profile

As a Lab Technician you will be responsible for the following key tasks:

• Sample Preparation:
  • Utilizing a robotic sprayer to apply enzymes or matrix onto tissue sections.
  • Sectioning of frozen or formalinfixed paraffinembedded (FFPE) tissues
• M Spectrometry Imaging:
  • Keeping detailed records of all experiments in line with elished protocols.
  • Developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Performing histology stains and subsequent imaging data ysis.
  • Setting up and conducting m spectrometry imaging experiments.
• Data ysis:
  • yzing data using SCiLS Lab and other statistical ods specific to m spectrometry imaging following optimized SOPs.
  • Preparing comprehensive reports on results using PowerPoint and Excel.

We are seeking a candidate with the following qualifications and ss:

• Educational Background: You have a degree in biochemistry ytical chemistry or a related field.
• Experience: Experience in LC/MS GC/MS or m spectrometry imaging is highly desirable.
• Eagerness to Learn: You are enthusiastic about expanding your practical and technological expertise.
• Teamwork and Independence: You are comfortable working both collaboratively in a team and independently.
• Organizational Ss: You work in a structured organized and goaloriented manner with the ability to doent results meticulously in electronic formats.
• Pion and Motivation: You are pionate about your work and motivated to contribute in an international dynamic environment.
• Laboratory Management: You are willing to engage in various laboratory management tasks including cleaning drafting procedures preparing reagents and ordering supplies as needed.
• Language Ss: You maintain a strong level of written and spoken English.

We can offer

• Contract: A fulltime oneyear contract as a Lab Technician with the possibility of a contract extension thereafter.
• Research Opportunities: The chance to support and contribute to cuttingedge research projects in collaboration with CCB researchers and global universities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a multidisciplinary and international setting.
• Advanced Technology: The opportunity to work with stateoftheart m spectrometry imaging technologies.

How to apply

Please provide a motivation letter full CV list of publications and contact details of 2 referees in one single pdf file.

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About Leuven

Leuven only 20 minutes away from Brussels by train is a vivid university city with a rich history a wellpreserved historical town center and a lively multicultural atmosphere. The city is surrounded by charming small villages woods and nature. Leuven has a lively atmosphere because of the many students from all over the world.

Leuven is home to the KU Leuven the largest and oldest university of the Low Countries and one of the oldest universities still in Europe. The related university hospital of UZ Leuven is one of the largest hospitals in Europe.
Leuven and the surroundings are a great place for young people and families to live and raise children. There are many excellent day care centers and schools including an international school.