Laboratory Manager in Neuroimmunology

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University’s faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its “international outlook,” #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

Within the University, the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) is a highly interdisciplinary research centre (IC), integrating experimental biology and computational biology approaches in order to develop the foundation of a future predictive, preventive and personalized medicine.

The University of Luxembourg has the following vacancy at the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) - Neuroimmunology group: Laboratory Manager in Neuroimmunology.

AREA:

Role of immune mechanisms in models of neurodegenerative disease, Alzheimer’s disease.

DESCRIPTION:

The Neuroimmunology group at the LCSB, led by Prof. Michael Heneka, is starting its activities at LCSB in early 2022. It focuses on the role of immune mechanisms in neurodegenerative diseases, with a particular focus on Alzheimer’s disease. This research group has an immediate opening for a motivated, talented and experienced Laboratory Manager.

• Understand and analyse needs, guidelines and priorities given by the team leader and/or researchers, ensure practical preparation and planning. Provide feedback and advice on the experimental plan
• Build, develop and customise innovative technological solutions, analytical methods, protocols, processes according to guidelines and scientific requirements. Troubleshoot problems and/or give input for problem solving
• Control and/or ensure technical standard and non-standard activities according to procedures. Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of the workplace, the instruments and the equipment. Ensure the correct use of the instruments, the equipment and the materials. Perform corrective/preventive actions based on maintenance plans and operating procedures
• Develop and ensure transfer of knowledge internally according to the domain of expertise. Design and prepare training material to ensure adequate handling of scientific instruments
• Ensure laboratory activities according to internal guidelines. Coordinate service interventions with the lab support team for complex scientific instruments to reduce downtimes. Ensure the ordering and coordinate the stock of all disposables, chemicals equipment, according to given internal guidelines and health and safety regulations. Be part of the team who takes the decision about the acquisition of new equipment
• Conduct experiments end to end and ensure research project/program milestone completion. Responsible for the realisation of deliverables in the expected time frame

• Master’s degree or equivalent by work experience, having a PhD would be an advantage
• 5+ years of relevant working experience
• Experience in the various techniques of molecular biology
• Knowledge in administrative processes related to animal research. Holding a FELASA degree is an asset
• Highly organized and a good coordinator, motivated and flexible. Reliable, efficient and proactive
• Ability to work in a team and willing to take initiative, leadership and responsibility to support building up the new group at the LCSB
• Communication in English is essential, both written and spoken. German, French or Luxemburgish are considered as assets

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Foreseen starting date: April 2022
• Location: Belval
• Internal Title: Research support engineer
• Job Reference: UOL04666

Applications in English should be submitted online and include:

• A detailed curriculum vitae
• Cover letter indicating your motivation for this position, relevant past experience and future interests
• Name and addresses of two referees

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR). 
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure.
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

For further information, please contact:

Prof. Michael Heneka

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone: (+352) 46 66 44 6922