Lab Technician for Spatial Biology applications > Ghent > Joboolo BE :
Company : VIB Location : Ghent Flanders From : Talent BE
These facilities support VIB's 1700 researchers with over 100 staff members.
Early 2023 the Spatial Catalyst was launched, to facilitate the introduction and application of spatial technologies in VIB.
The experts of this team consult, train, and collaborate with users for experimental design, assay performance, data acquisition and analysis.
The successful candidate will contribute to the team in Ghent by performing hands-on wet lab activities, ranging from tissue quality control, over sample preparation to execution of the spatial experiments.Main responsibilitiesTissue collection, tissue sectioning and staining Perform sample preparation for different spatial transcriptomics and proteomics technologies (Visium, MACSima, Phenocycler, Merscope, Xenium, …) Train power-users in sample preparation Follow-up evolution of newly trained users Report your activities to your supervisor and the rest of the team Manage our stock reagents and maintain equipment ProfileExperience working as a Professional bachelor in laboratory technology, biochemistry, biotechnology, biomedical sciences, or equivalent Knowledge about various molecular techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR and qPCR, etc.) Experience in histology is required Experience in spatial technologies is an asset Service-minded and interested in technology Experience in working in a core facility is a plus Meticulous, well-organized, structured and able to autonomously plan and execute tasks Team player Eager to learn and adapt in a fast-evolving environment Good English skills, oral and written We offerStimulating international work environment in a great team In-house training Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure Open-ended contract Competitive salary and benefits How to apply?Motivated candidates are asked to apply online. Questions can be directed to technologies@vib.beA complete application file (English) should contain the following documents:
your cover/motivation letter your CV 2 references VIB GhentFlanders
