Research Technician - Population and Medical Genomics Programme

Job requirements

• Proven experience as Laboratory Technician or at post-graduate level.
• Documented hands-on experience with the application of cutting-edge methods in molecular biology, cell biology and genomics technologies, including human cell culture, handling human blood material and ideally immune cell culture, tissue processing and histology, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and cell sorting.
• Experience in sample preparation and tracking
• Experience with additional genomic techniques such as functional genomics library preparation (e.g. sc-RNA-seq), transfection and knockdown experiments (e.g. CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, siRNA, shRNA, antisense and similar technologies).
• Experience with handling large-scale projects and complex laboratory operations.
• Fluency in English – HT is an international research institute.
• Broad technical understanding of the area of genetics, genomics, cell culture, knock-down methodologies and other areas of main responsibilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to lead and gain the assistance and cooperation of others in a team endeavor.
• Ability to build trust through operating with transparency and creating an open and positive environment.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Special consideration will be given to candidates who are part of the protected categories list, according to L. 68/99.

Application Instructions

Please apply online by sending

I) a CV in English

II) a motivation letter in English

III) names and contacts of 2 referees

Only for general enquires concerning the role, please contact Nicole Soranzo at [email protected] (this email address should not be used to send applications)

Additional Information

HT offers a highly collaborative, international culture to foster top quality, interdisciplinary research by promoting a vibrant environment consisting of independent research groups with access to outstanding graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and core facilities.
HT is an inclusive employer that fosters diversity and engages systematically to ensure that equal employment opportunities are provided without regard to age, race, creed, religion, sex, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognised status entitled to protection under applicable laws.

HT is offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to a leading, internationally competitive, research organisation that promotes a collegial and open atmosphere. The compensation package granted will be internationally competitive and comprise pension scheme, medical and other social benefits and support for relocation and installation.
Candidates coming to Italy for the first time, or returning after residing abroad, benefit from very attractive income tax benefits.

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