Research Technician (m/f/d) – full time
The main responsibility of this position is to provide technical support to complete projects undertaken at the lab under the supervision of the Project Officer in charge.
The tasks required to be undertaken include:
Hair follicle and skin organ culture
Fixation and embedding of tissue
Cryo and paraffin sections
Performing various immunohistochemical stains and molecular biology techniques
Use of immunofluorescence and light microscopy
Taking images and performing image analysis, using various programs (e.g. BZ-Analyzer, BZ viewer and ImageJ)
General organization of the lab including forward planning regarding equipment and materials required, overseeing and maintaining stock of media, chemical and other consumables.
Participating in scientific lab meetings and the organization of workshops
Completed training as a Medical / Biological-technical assistant or an honours bachelor degree in a relevant subject
Good knowledge in immunohistochemistry and routine histology
Good knowledge of Computer Skills and Microsoft Office
Experience in biological research laboratories and with laboratory techniques
Sound knowledge of English (Company language: English)
Candidates with documented know-how and experience in skin and/or hair research will be preferred
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
Good coordination, time management, data collection and analysis
Flexibility
What we offer
- An initial fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension and the prospect of a permanent contract
- Incorporation in a young and dynamic corporate environment
- Excellent learning and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge
- Flexible working hours within team/project requirements (flexible working hours with core hours)
- A corporate culture that values respect, diversity, and social responsibility
- Company pension scheme Additional benefits: company bonus and access to corporate benefits (employee discounts with numerous providers)
- Additional benefits: company bonus and access to corporate benefits (employee discounts with numerous providers)