Lab technician Laboratory of Neuroimmunology
Lab technician Laboratory of Neuroimmunology
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Description
The laboratory of Neuroimmunology (NIM) headed by Prof. Dr. Emanuela Pasciuto is a part of the VIBCenter 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 handson support in tasks related to mouse colony maintenance molecular biology flow cytometry and mouse experiments.
Profile
The candidate:
- Should have a (professional) bachelors degree or Masters 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 a FELASA B certificate
Activities
- 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
We offer
- Fulltime position with an openended contract
- 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 worklife balance
- Hospitalization insurance
- Additional benefits like a pension plan bike allowance ecocheques
As part of the VIBUAntwerp 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 cuttingedge microscopy structural biology technology development and bioinformatics.
VIB provides a highly interactive environment and ample training opportunities for its researchers. In addition the VIBUAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology is located in Antwerp the capital of Flanders offering a culturally historically rich and ethnically diverse environment.
Starting date: as soon as possible
How to apply
Please complete the online application procedure and include a detailed CV a motivation letter describing your interests and contact details of referees (if available).
Employment Type
Full Time
