Technician iPSC NIM
Université du Luxembourg
- Belval, Esch an der Alzette
- Freiberuflich
- Vollzeit
- You will be responsible for the generation of iPSC lines from patient fibroblast or blood samples and for differentiating iPSCs into different cell types (neurons, microglia…)
- You will develop and work with iPSC-derived cell models, prepare primary neuronal and non-neuronal cell cultures, and, in particular, live cell imaging using light and fluorescence microscopy
- You will use sophisticated live cell imaging protocols for the analysis of intra- and intercellular transport
- You will support daily lab operations, including ordering lab supplies, sample organization and preparation as well as biomolecular extraction
- Additional tasks represent methods of cellular and molecular biology including but not restricted to the extraction of biomolecules (DNA, RNA, proteins) and related detection methods (FACS, ELISA, Western blot, qPCR)
- A Bachelor or Master degree (or equivalent) with wet-lab experience, in molecular biology techniques and cell culture
- Experience with generating iPSCs, with primary cell culture as well as with neuronal and microglia cultures
- Experience with advanced imaging techniques
- Basic molecular biology techniques
- Highly reliable and precise working style
- Good organizational skills and willingness to work independently
- Basic computer skills to ensure electronic record keeping and generation of work summaries
- Attention to detail, especially accurate data entry and sample handling
- Communication in English is essential, both written and spoken
- Excellent work environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, laboratory and administrative support
- Truly connected. We work together with hospitals and research institutes on a national and international level as well as industrial partners. Connection between science and society is very important to us. From our school lab – the Scienteens Lab – to the different outreach activities and collaborative partnerships with patient associations, we love to listen to society’s needs and share our passion for science
- Be part of a multicultural team. At the LCSB we have more than 50 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more
- Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
- Work hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Belval
- Internal title: Research support technician
- Job reference: UOL05640
- Curriculum Vitae
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