Technician Molecular Cell Biology - Milano, Italia - Human Technopole
Descrizione
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
20th of March 2024
Human Technopole (HT) is an interdisciplinary life science research institute created and supported by the Italian Government to develop innovative strategies for improving human health
HT comprises five Centres:
Neurogenomics, Computational Biology, Structural Biology, Genomics, and Health Data Science.
The Centres work together to enable interdisciplinary research and create an open and collaborative environment that will help promote life science research nationally and internationally.
About the group:
The
Zerial Group works on endocytosis - from its molecular mechanisms to implications in cell and tissue organisation.
Its interests range from the assembly and functional characterisation of the endosomal fusion machinery to establishing hepatocyte cell polarity and liver tissue structure and function.
The Group uses a unique interdisciplinary approach combining biochemical and biophysical methods with advanced light microscopy, cell biology and computer-aided three-dimensional (3D) tissue reconstruction to investigate the organisation and function of the mouse and human liver tissue.
The
Zerial Group
is seeking one highly motivated technician in molecular cell biology to join its interdisciplinary team of molecular cell biologists, biochemists, biophysicists, and computer scientists.
See previous work on the research topics of this call:
Apical bulkheads accumulate as adaptive response to impaired bile flow in liver disease | EMBO reports )
Hepatocyte apical bulkheads provide a mechanical means to oppose bile pressure | Journal of Cell Biology | Rockefeller University Press )
Key tasks and responsibilities
Specific tasks will include:
- Isolation, cultivation and manipulation of cell lines and primary cells.
- Design and execution of molecular and cellbased assays.
- Preparation of samples for immunofluorescence and microscopy analyses.
- Use specialised laboratory equipment to perform tests and analyse samples/data.
- Support, train, and assist in supervising group members with their work.
- Work closely with other technical staff members on general organisation and administrative duties concerning the organisation of the lab.
- Keep detailed, accurate and understandable records of experimental plans and work, and perform data analysis and statistical assessment.
- Participate in managing laboratory reagents, equipment, consumables, and stocks.
Mandatory requirements:
- Bachelor/Master's degree in biology, biotechnology or a related discipline.
- Excellent technical expertise in molecular and cell biology techniques.
- Proficiency in primary cell culture and 3D cultures.
- Ability to execute complex protocols.
- At least three years work experience in an academic environment.
- Fluency in English.
Preferred requirements:
Organizational and social skills:
- Ability to work independently and reprioritise tasks based on emerging needs and requests from other team members.
- Good organisational skills and ability to multitask.
- Strong problemsolving skills.
- Excellent communication skills and selfmotivation.
Application Instructions
i) a CV
ii) a motivation letter in English
iii) names and contacts of at least 2 referees
Why Human Technopole
- HT seeks
scientific excellence. We recruit the best scientific talents through international open calls. - Our working environment is
international, friendly and inclusive. Our scientists work together across disciplines on research topics of biomedical relevance, leveraging synergies between their diverse skill sets and methodological approaches. - We believe that highly
diverse teams yield the best and most innovative results. - We engage in outwardfacing scientific activities for the national and international research community.
Training is also at the heart of our activity, with initiatives and opportunities for our staff, including scientific courses, conferences and workshops.
Main benefits
- Welfare plans.
- Canteen service.
- Worklife balance provisions.
- Italian language training for foreigners.
- Maternity leave up to 1 year and other support for new parents.
- Counseling.
- Flexible working hours.
- Remote working policy.
- Support for relocation.
Number of positions offered: 1
Contract offered:
CCNL Chimico Farmaceutico, Fixed-term - 5 years - employee level.
The position is based in Milan
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