Technical Assistant in Developmental Neuroscience Lab

12 month position with option of extension

We are looking for a highly motivated part-time Technician/Technical Assistant to join the Amberg Lab at the Division of Neuropathology and Neurochemistry (NPNC). Our mission is to gain a deeper understanding of brain development in health and disease. To this end, we are using patient-derived iPSCs, brain organoids, and mouse models. Our analyses involve state-of-the-art techniques such as regionally patterned brain organoids, confocal imaging and next generation sequencing technologies.

The successful candidate will be actively involved in performing and documenting experiments for scientific publications, as well as general laboratory organization, and help in training of students. A positive attitude, proficient communication skills, along with the ability to learn quickly are required attributes.

Your future tasks

Your responsibilities include the following activities, which primarily involve professional, organizational or administrative support tasks in accordance with general guidelines and instructions. These tasks are conducted in coordination with the scientific staff, as well as other labs of the department.

-Scientific tasks (70% workload):

Conducting independently PCR, molecular cloning, bacterial cell culture, preparation of cell culture reagents, tissue embedding and tissue sectioning.

Protocols and initial trainings will be available. You are responsible to maintain accurate records, reports, documentation, and data management related to the given experiments.

-Routine duties (30% workload):

As part of the technician team, you also share the responsibilities of maintaining a well-organized and clean lab, including managing inventory for chemicals, reagents, supplies, consumables, equipment, as well as ordering and maintaining the lab/office material, chemicals, and associated instrument supplies. Together with the departmental technician team, you will also coordinate the proper disposal of chemical waste in compliance with environmental regulations.

We offer

• Active involvement in exciting science: you are part of a high visibility research group for patient-derived experimental models.

• Friendly team & work environment: other lab members and the departmental technician team will also support your daily work and flourishment.

• Internal further training: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis;

• Flexibility: flexible working hours, and the lab is conveniently located in the AKH.

• Fair Salary: The basic salary is paid according to the collective agreement for university employees and increases with professional experience. The current FWF suggested salaries are the guideline.

Requirements and desired qualifications

• You are ideally holder of a master’s degree in a biology-related field (BMA/FH/BSc is minimum), and previous lab training or experience as a technical assistant is a plus but we encourage the application of fresh MSc graduates.

• Experience in standard molecular cell biology techniques (e.g. DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, molecular cloning)

• Experience in E. coli and mammalian cell culture, and NGS techniques are highly desired.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. German is welcome but not mandatory.

APPLICATION

Applications should include a motivation letter, curriculum vitae and credentials - all in a single PDF via email to: nicole.amberg(at)meduniwien.ac.at. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. We are looking forward to hearing from you.