VIB is globally recognized as a leading knowledge hub in life sciences and biotechnology renowned for its excellence in technology transfer. Its success stems from a unique blend of strategic fundamental research and a strong emphasis on innovation and business development. VIB is deeply committed to driving the growth of the thriving life sciences cluster in Flanders.
The VIB Technologies program serves as the centralized scientific research infrastructure of the institute providing scientists with access to cuttingedge innovative technologies. It includes a team of over 120 staff and 16 stateoftheart core facilities each focused on specific technologies and located across VIB sites in Ghent Leuven Antwerp and Brussels. These core facilities play a crucial role in supporting VIBs 1800 researchers with their expertise and advanced resources.
The VIB Metabolomics Core in Ghent () offers advanced metabolomics services using techniques like m spectrometry (MS) and chromatography (LC and GC). It supports both discovery (untargeted) and targeted metabolomics including compound purification aiding researchers in fields such as biotechnology and medical research. The core also provides bioinformatics tools for data ysis integrating metabolomic findings with other omics data. Collaborative research and training are key offerings. This facility drives interdisciplinary research through its expertise in metabolomics.
The successful candidate will report to the Head of the Metabolomics Core and ist the team in Ghent with highresolution M Spectrometry applications (LC and/or GCMS) including sample preparation and customization of data processing workflows.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the daytoday operations of the VIB Metabolomics Core.
- Conduct essential wet lab tasks for sample preparation in low and highresolution m spectrometry yses.
- Operate m spectrometry instruments for metabolomics applications supporting both low and highresolution data acquisition and processing.
- Perform routine maintenance and quality control on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Implement advanced data processing tools such as molecular networking (GNPS and other online platforms) into the existing workflow.
Requirements
- You hold a masters degree in laboratory science or have equivalent relevant experience.
- You have a strong serviceoriented attitude.
- You are proficient in fundamental laboratory techniques.
- Programming ss in R or Python are an advantage.
- You are eager to learn new odologies broaden your expertise and take on responsibilities.
- You are detailoriented highly organized flexible and proactive.
- You excel at accurately compiling and doenting your work.
- You thrive in an international collaborative environment.
- You approach tasks with a critical and constructive mindset.
- You have fluency in English.
- You are an excellent team player.
We offer
- Work location: TechLane in Zwijnaarde (Ghent).
- 1year contract with the option for extension.
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunity to build expertise in metabolomics within a robust network of scientific collaborators.
- Engage in diverse research projects apply various odologies and work with cuttingedge technologies.
How to apply
Please complete the online application process including your detailed CV and a brief motivational letter.
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