Research/Laboratory Technician

Type of job: full-time

Center for Translational Medicine of The International Clinical Research Center (ICRC) of St. Anne's University Hospital in Brno, Czech Republic is now seeking for a highly motivated and skilled Research/Lab Technician to support our researchers in the field of proteomics, and also, to provide general laboratory tasks.

The Proteomics Facility was established in April 2017 as one of the ICRC Core Facilities in order to provide full infrastructure for protein identification, characterization and quantitation using mass spectrometry?based approach. We are now creating our interdisciplinary team, offering a unique opportunity to contribute and help shape the lab.

Start Date: Immediate (negotiable)

About FNUSA-ICRC

The International Clinical Research Center of St. Anne's University Hospital in Brno (FNUSA-ICRC), Czech Republic is a new-generation research center focusing on the pathogenesis of diseases including finding new methods, technologies and medicaments for effective prevention, early diagnostics and individualized treatment.

We are a top Central European research center with more than 200 researchers, new technologies and experience in using EU grant support. We focus on research and development mainly in the fields of cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Our partners are world-class research centers and universities. For more reference, you can see our website: http://www.fnusa-icrc.org/en/

Job Description:

We are looking for responsible, dedicated and highly motivated Technician possessing hands on experience with bottom-up proteomic workflow. He/She will be able to perform all the sample preparation steps such as protein isolation, separation, protein digestion (in-gel and in-solution), peptide purification and concentration. Suitable candidate will also dominate principles of protein chemistry as well as principles of gel?based and gel-free separation techniques.

At the same time, he/she will join a team of technicians and will support the researchers by helping with the general tasks such as autoclaving, preparing aliquots, preparation of solutions and dilutions, monitoring stocks, maintenance of the laboratory equipment, etc. This is a varied position where proactive approach is very much appreciated. 

The applicant should work exactly, independently and with a high degree of autonomy.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master's/bachelor's degree in Bioanalytical Sciences, Biochemistry or Molecular/Cellular Biology
• Previous experience in MS-based proteomics and above mentioned separation techniques
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• Ability to organize data and interpret results
• Will to learn new techniques and methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organisational capabilites

We offer:

• Full-time assignment - 0,5 proteomics + 0,5 general tasks
• The position is available for 1 year (with possible extension will be discussed in due time)
• Participation in a truly international clinical research in a most-modern field in a multinational environment with high-tech equipment and within a team of enthusiastic professionals.
• 5 weeks of vacation

How to apply:

Please submit your application, including CV with 2 academic referees and a cover letter to: jobs.icrc@fnusa.cz.

Inquiries please send to kamila.koci@fnusa.cz.

Application deadline is June 30^th. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Selection process:

All received applications will be reviewed carefully, with focus on the excellence of candidates. Shortlisted will be contacted and invited for an interview.

Disclaimer:

We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, ethnicity, disability, national origin, nationality, political opinion or any other aspect unrelated to work.

By responding to this invitation and/or sending your CV and any other personal materials to St. Anne's University Hospital, you consent to the collection, processing and storage of your personal data in accordance with Act No. 101/2000 Coll., the protection of personal data. You are providing St. Anne's University Hospital with these data solely for the purpose of mediating employment, the period however being no longer than one year from submitting. Should you not reclaim the materials submitted by you, they will be discarded after the period has expired.

Contact:
Kamila Kočí

E-mail:
kamila.koci@fnusa.cz.

WWW:
http://www.fnusaicrc.org/en/

Updated: 7.6.2017