- VIB-KU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology
- Leuven, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Lab technician
- VIB-KU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology
Leuven, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
- VIB-KU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology
Leuven, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
DESCRIPTION:
The Laboratory of Growth Control and Cancer Research, headed by Prof. Georg Halder, is a part of the VIB- Center for Cancer Biology (CCB). Our lab studies the role of the Hippo pathway and its effectors YAP/TAZ in liver cancer. We use a variety of techniques such as hydrodynamic tail vain injection, immunofluorescence (IF) and immune histochemistry (IHC), confocal microscopy, PCR, cloning, etc. We are looking for a lab technician to join the team and provide hands-on support in tasks related to mouse colony maintenance, mouse experiments as well as general lab duties.
YOUR PROFILE:
Qualifications
Responsibilities are including but not limited to:
WHAT WE OFFER:
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply via the VIB online application tool.
The Laboratory of Growth Control and Cancer Research, headed by Prof. Georg Halder, is a part of the VIB- Center for Cancer Biology (CCB). Our lab studies the role of the Hippo pathway and its effectors YAP/TAZ in liver cancer. We use a variety of techniques such as hydrodynamic tail vain injection, immunofluorescence (IF) and immune histochemistry (IHC), confocal microscopy, PCR, cloning, etc. We are looking for a lab technician to join the team and provide hands-on support in tasks related to mouse colony maintenance, mouse experiments as well as general lab duties.
YOUR PROFILE:
Qualifications
- A (professional) bachelor’s degree or master’s in biomedical science, immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, biomedicine or related disciplines;
- Both experienced and junior candidates will be considered;
- Experience with general molecular biology techniques;
- Ability to work independently in relation to lab organization is required;
- Good communication, organizational and writing skills;
- Motivated and independent, being able to interact effectively with other members of the team;
- 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;
- Good knowledge of Microsoft office.
Responsibilities are including but not limited to:
- Mouse colony maintenance and assisting with mouse experiments;
- Daily organization of the lab;
- Data documentation in electronic format (elab, Lais);
- General molecular biology tasks: PCR, cloning, Western blot, IF and IHC staining, etc;
- Maintenance of general lab supplies and ordering of consumables.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- A Full-time position with an open-ended contract;
- A 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 work-life balance;
- Hospitalization insurance;
- Additional benefits including a pension plan, bike allowance, eco-cheques.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply via the VIB online application tool.
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