As a laboratory assistant in the Living Systems Center at the AMOLF institute in Amsterdam, you will perform a broad range of biochemical laboratory work in an interdisciplinary, academic environment.
About the job
As a laboratory assistant in the Living Systems Center at the AMOLF institute in Amsterdam, you will perform a broad range of biochemical laboratory work in an interdisciplinary, academic environment. You will become part of a vibrant group of young researchers consisting of master’s students, PhD students, postdocs and other technicians in the Living Systems Center. We work together to understand living systems at different scales; from single molecules to cells and even multicellular systems such as organoids and whole organisms.
This position is associated with the Quantitative Developmental Biology group. In this group, we study how cells are able to develop into functional organs and organisms. To elucidate this fascinating and fundamental scientific question, we focus at the single cell level, and use advanced genetics and microscopy to directly follow how the cells grow, move, develop, and communicate with each other. As model systems, we use both on the nematode C. elegans and various organoids.
Your main tasks will be:
- Maintaining culture of C. elegans and organoids.
- Creation of mutant C. elegans (CRISPR/Cas9), including performing molecular biology techniques (PCR, DNA isolation (and analysis, and cloning) as well as setting up C. elegans crosses and microinjection.
- Optimizing protocols for culturing, staining and genetic manipulation (lentiviral transgenesis, CRISPR/Cas9) of diverse organoid models.
- In these tasks you will be working closely with a young and diverse group of students and postdocs, whose experiments you support.
- Taking care of general lab work and lab organization, together with the entire technician team.
Prior experience with the techniques and tasks described above is a considered a pre but not required for applying, as missing expertise will be provided by on-the-job training. In that case, it is important that you enjoy learning new techniques.
This is a temporary position, from September 2023 to September 2024.
About the group
Within the Living Systems Center of the NWO Institute AMOLF, four research groups work closely together on fundamental research into the functions of molecular to cellular systems and multi-cellular organisms.
In this position, you will become part of a team of four bio technicians supporting the four groups and you will be linked to the Quantitative Developmental Biology group.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position:
- Has an applied science degree/vocational training (equivalent to Dutch HLO) in biochemistry, or related training.
- Has basic knowledge of molecular biological techniques and experience with wet lab work and protein biochemistry;
- Enjoys trouble-shooting protocols and learning new techniques.
- Works independently, shows initiative and is a team player.
- Can maintain an overview of multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Is proficient in the English language and has at least a basic knowledge of the Dutch language.
Extensive working experience in a biological laboratory, including cell culture and molecular biology techniques, is an advantage.
Terms of employment
The atmosphere at the Institute is largely determined by young, enthusiastic staff. Communication is informal and direct with employees. The fringe benefits are excellent, and we naturally offer internal training and continued education on the job. The salary scale is scale 7 or 8, depending on relevant knowledge and experience; a maximum of € 3.854 gross per month. The position is 0.8 fte and will initially be temporary, from September 2023 to September 2024, as replacement during a medical leave.
Contact Info
Interested?
More information about this position can be obtained from
Dr. Jeroen van Zon
Group Leader Quantitative Developmental Biology
Application
Does this job seem like something for you? Then apply before August 21, 2023 using the button below. The deadline may be extended to ensure a diverse pool of applicants.
Online screening may be part of the application process.
AMOLF attaches great importance to an inclusive and diverse work environment. Therefore, we warmly encourage candidates from any background to apply.
C. elegans and various organoids.
· C. elegans and organoids.
· C. elegans (CRISPR/Cas9), including performing molecular biology techniques (PCR, DNA isolation/analysis, and cloning) as well as setting up C. elegans crosses and microinjection.
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This is a temporary position, from September 2023 to September 2024.
