Research assistant

Job description

• The candidate will support the team with the culturing and differentiation of cell lines
• Optimization of molecular biology methods and protein assays
• Perform quality control of the individual stages of the research project
• Participate in the creation of SOPs and in maintenance and organization of databases
• Support the team in the daily lab work
• Biobanking of primary patient samples is also an important Activity.
  

Requirements

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and determined person who can work independently and in the context of a team.

• Potential candidates have completed a MSc degree in biology.
• The successful candidate has is looking forward to learning new techniques
• Has good communication skills and is well organized.
• Experience with the following skills is considered important for this position:
  Standard molecular cell biology experiments
  Culturing and biobanking of human cell lines and primary leukemia samples 
  Fluorescence microscopy (Immunocytochemistry) and/or flow cytometry (FACS)
• Experience with culturing and modification of immune cells and/or stem cells is a strong advantage.

How to apply
Interested persons should submit the following documents to Webcruiter (note that applications lacking any of these four requirements will be discarded automatically, and only applications in Webcruiter will be evaluated):
 
1) A concise application letter (1 page).
2) CV, including a clear explanation of the skills required for this position and a list of grades.
3)  Two references with contact information (email address, postal address and phone number).  

• The application With attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system, please follow the link “apply for this job”.
• Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system.
• Please note that all documents should be in English (or a Scandinavian language).
• In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented academic qualifications, as well as the candidate’s motivation and personal suitability.
• Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.
• It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to complete the project in the course of the period of employment. 

Personal quealities

• Good command of English
• Team player
• Well organized
• Flexible
• Positive attitude.
  

We offer

• A positive-minded, international research environment with a wide variety of methods
• The possibility to learn new methods and techniques.