Lab Technician Molecular and Cellular Immunology

Description

VIB is an entrepreneurial and vibrant nonprofit research institute in FlandersBelgium with a clear focus on groundbreaking research in life sciences. About 1500 scientists and technologists from over 60 countries are based at the 5 Flemish Universities of Ghent Leuven Antwerp Brussels and Hasselt and are studying the broad spectrum of molecular mechanisms that regulate the functions of the human body plants and microorganisms.

The VIB Center for Inflammation Research (IRC) is mostly located at the Tech Lane Ghent Science Park of Ghent University with two affiliated labs located on the VUB campus Etterbeek (Lab of Dendritic Cell Biology and Cancer Immunotherapy and Myeloid Cell Immunology Lab). The Center is focused on the molecular mechanisms of inflammation in pathologies such as allergy autoimmune diseases cancer infectious diseases and senescence. At the heart of this research is the investigation of inter and intracellular signaling pathways in innate and adaptive immune cells and barrier cells of the skin lung and gut. IRC is currently composed of 17 independent research groups with strong links to University Hospitals and collaborations with biotech companies to promote translational research and to bring novel findings closer to the patient.

The Lab of Dendritic Cell Biology and Cancer Immunotherapy is located in the city center of Brussels (campus Etterbeek VUB) the international capital of Belgium and Europe. Our lab is composed of a dynamic team of about 15 researchers with a good balance between young and more experienced scientists performing cuttingedge oncoimmunology research with a special focus on the dendritic cells in the tumor microenvironment. We exploit in vivo mouse models (single cell) omics multicolour spectral flow cytometry lipid nanoparticle technology and other cuttingedge approaches to gain groundbreaking insights into the function of dendritic cells in tumors and how to use these cells for therapeutic interventions. Our work is published in highprofile journals such as Nature Communications Cancer Research Journal of Immunotherapy of Cancer and others. We are internationally recognized for our work and collaborate with several partners in Belgium and abroad.

Context of the job opening

The VIB Lab of Dendritic Cell Biology and Cancer Immunotherapy headed by Prof Damya Laoui is looking for a motivated research technician for a temporary contract of 6 months. The Laoui team focuses on the characterization of dendritic cells in the tumor microenvironment research in which the candidate will be strongly involved and supportive. The lab offers a dynamic and scientifically stimulating working environment within an international enthusiastic and motivated team.

Profile

• The candidate should hold a bachelors degree (or higher) in biomedical biochemical biotechnological laboratory techniques or related fields.
• General experience in cell culture
• General experience in animal handling and husbandry background FELASA B certificate is a strict requirement
• Specialized experience with animal experimental procedures mouse genotyping flow cytometry ELISA immunohistochemistry microscopy or quantitative PCR is a strong bonus
• Good practical knowledge of English
• Basic computer skills (text processing spreadsheet etc.)
• Willing to learn new techniques and expand your knowledge
• Willing to participate in the general lab organization
• Able to work in team as well as individually
• Strong sense of proactive and resultsoriented attitude highly organized and structured detailoriented lab worker with good interpersonal and communication skills

We offer

• Fulltime job offer
• Contract of fixed duration (6 months with a possibility of prolongation)
• Start as from 1 September 2024

How to apply

Motivated candidates are encouraged to apply online via the VIB application tool. Please include your CV preferably with contact information for 1 or 2 referees and a motivation letter.

For inquiries or more information please contact Prof. Dr. Ir. Damya Laoui and Dr. Sofie Deschoemaeker email: