Immunohistochemical / Molecular-Neurobiology Research Technician GELIFES (1.0 FTE)

The Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences (GELIFES) at the University of Groningen has a vacancy for an Immunohistochemical / Molecular Neurobiological Research Technician.

We are looking for a research technician in immunohistochemistry and related molecular neurobiological techniques who will support research and primarily manage our histology laboratories. The new staff member will be responsible for setup, optimisation as well as performance and evaluation of methods and techniques employing Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry, the use of microtomes/cryostats, Western blotting, as well as a variety of basic Molecular Neurobiological techniques. Experience with microscopy related to the analysis of the immunostainings is desirable. The management tasks include histology management (including equipment maintenance), ordering of supplies and safety/waste management. In addition, you will be involved in teaching, training and supporting researchers and students in executing the various techniques. You will also collaborate with various other technicians, amongst which a microscopy research analyst and a molecular neurobiology technician.

Organisation
The University of Groningen is a research university with a global outlook, deeply rooted in Groningen, City of Talent. Quality has been our top priority for over four hundred years, and with success: the University is currently in or around the top 100 on several influential ranking lists.

The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) is the largest faculty within the University. We offer first-rate education and research in a wide range of science and engineering disciplines, from classical disciplines such as mathematics, astronomy and mechanical engineering, to interdisciplinary fields such as artificial intelligence, pharmacy and evolutionary life sciences. Our community has an open and informal character with students and staff from around the world

The position we offer will be embedded in the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences (GELIFES). GELIFES fills a special niche in the field of life sciences as its research not only covers mechanistic, evolutionary and ecological approaches, but also specifically aims at the integration of these fields that are traditionally studied in isolation. Thus our research provides a better understanding of fundamental biological processes. The institute is coordinating one of the four Faculty strategic themes called Adaptive Life. This programme specifically addresses the growing realization that proximate and ultimate approaches need each other in order to make firm progress in understanding and predicting adaptation in a wide array of systems, requiring an integration of neurological, physiological, behavioural, ecological and evolutionary perspectives.

The Immunohistochemical / Molecular Neurobiological technician (1.0 FTE) will work for several GELIFES-expertise groups that focus on a wide variety of neurobiological processes. Knowledge of basic brain anatomy is recommended.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and independent co-worker who enjoys immunohistochemical and related molecular neurobiological research including development of specific protocols, technical problem solving, setup and maintenance of equipment, as well as general lab management, training and research support.

The ideal candidate has

• a HBO degree in life sciences and medical laboratory research or relevant field (e.g., neurobiology and/or molecular biology)
• at minimum one year of practical working experience
• demonstrated ability to independently acquire and implement and troubleshoot especially immunohistochemical protocols
• demonstrated interest in the analysis of acquired immunostainings
• demonstrated ability to execute working tasks rigorously and efficiently
• experience with student laboratory supervision
• excellent communication skills, including a strong command of written and spoken English
• experience with guiding bachelor and master students during practicals.

We offer you in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities:

• a salary depending on qualifications and work experience from a minimum € 2,693 gross per month up to a maximum of € 3,636 (salary scale 7) gross per month for a full-time position. The corresponding UFO profile is Education- and Research Officer 4 (02 10 40)
• a holiday allowance of 8% gross annual income and an 8.3% year-end bonus
• the appointment is for 1 year, with the perspective of prolongation, depending on performance and developments in the organisation.