Staff scientist with expertise in microsurgery in rodents

A staff scientist’s position with expertise in microsurgery in rodents is available in Dimitris Tsiantoulas lab at the Medical University of Vienna.

We are looking for a highly motivated staff scientist to perform microsurgeries, such as experimental myocardial infarction, in mice. We are an international research team of molecular biologists working on the role of the immune system in cardiovascular diseases. This offers the great opportunity to contribute to the dissection of the molecular machinery that drives inflammation in cardiovascular disease, which is the main cause of death globally.

Tsiantoulas group:

https://labormedizin.meduniwien.ac.at/en/research/research-groups/tsiantoulas-group/

The Applicant’s profile:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences / biochemistry / bioengineering or related fields

• experience in animal experimental research

• experience in microsurgical procedures in small animals is a major advantage

• be reliable, well-organized and self-motivated

• a good level of written and spoken English

We offer:

• a full-time position of 40 hours for 2 years with a possibility of prolongation

• the opportunity to learn different microsurgical approaches for small animals

• an enthusiastic international work environment

Medical University of Vienna

The Medical University of Vienna (MedUni Vienna) is one of the most traditional medical education and research facilities in Europe. With almost 8,000 students, it is currently the largest medical training centre in the German-speaking countries. With 5,500 employees, 30 departments and two clinical institutes, 12 medical theory centres and numerous highly specialised laboratories, it is also one of Europe's leading research establishments in the biomedical sector www.meduniwien.ac.at/web/ .

Applicants should submit:

a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, names and contact details of one to two referees. Please send all documents in English to: birgit.schlag-edler(at)meduniwien.ac.at

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until January15th, 2025