Lab Technician

Type of job: full-time

We are looking for a colleague who would like to assist in various research projects in the areas of plant molecular and cell biology as part of -Developmental and Cell Biology of Plants-. -Hormonal Crosstalk in Plant Development- and -Plant Stress Signalling and Adaptation- Groups of Genomics and Proteomics of Plant Systems Research Programme of CEITEC. Responsibilities will include:

• Lab material growth media and routine buffers preparation/Material stock (glass material, autoclaving, washing material).
• Maintainsing inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Constructing, maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment, for example centrifuges, titrators, pipetting machines and pH meters;
• Ensuring the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced; lab consumables ordering preparation.
• Following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks.
• Performing essential laboratory functions including basic molecular and cell biology techniques.

Desired expertise and skills

A suitable candidate should have a minimum of Bachelor Degree in the area of Life sciences, excellent organization and English communication skills, ability to complete multiple complex lab preparations according to a strict time table. Some coursework in microbiology, cell biology, plant physiology is preferred.

We offer

• Contract details to be based on candidate profile
• Motivating environment in a young, multidisciplinary team

Starting date:         negotiable

Duration of contract:     12 months, potentially longer

Salary:     competitive, to be discussed based on candidate profile

Faculty:     Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University (www.ceitec.eu)

Electronic applications with CV and motivation lettermust be received by 15th September 2014 to ensure consideration. Please submit your application to vanesa.tognetti@ceitec.muni.cz and helene.robert.boisivon@ceitec.muni.cz.

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http://www.muni.cz/general/employment_offers/16167v

Updated: 10.8.2014