Research technician to support the electrophysiology expertise unit

About the unit

The VIBKU Leuven Center for Brain & Disease Research is part of the VIB Life Sciences Institute and is embedded within the University of Leuven which ranks among the worlds top 100 universities. At our center researchers study the cellular mechanisms of neuronal function in health and disease.

The VIBKU Leuven Center for Brain & Disease Research hosts several topnotch research facilities one of which is the electrophysiology expertise unit. This platform is equipped with stateoftheart electrophysiology systems. The unit is responsible for facilitating research groups with experiments requiring singlecell electrophysiology multielectrode arrays optogenetics and functional fluorescence imaging.

To support the work in our electrophysiology expertise unit we are looking for an energetic and highlymotivated research technician to join the team. The successful candidate will be trained in the abovementioned methods and ultimately will be expected to perform and analyze experiments independently. Mastering these techniques will be organized in stages starting with multielectrode array recordings. In addition he/she will also be involved in other aspects required within the electrophysiology expertise unit organization such as lab maintenance assurance of consumable stocks and concomitant orderings and assisting external users of the unit.

Profile

• You possess a degree in Biomedical or Biological Sciences (Professional Bachelor/Master/Engineer) or equivalent
• FELASA B license for animal work is an advantage
• Theoretical or handson experience with one of following areas would be advantageous:
  • Electrophysiological recordings (in vivo multiarray field and/or whole cell recordings)
  • Live cell imaging (e.g. calcium/SypHy imaging)
• You are meticulous detailoriented independent and selfmotivated and are also able to interact well with other members/users of the research unit
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required
• You are eager to expand your skills and are not easily discouraged during the process

We offer

• Access to stateoftheart infrastructure
• A stimulating international research environment working in a field with high translational potential
• An openended contract
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Starting Date: the position is immediately available

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application online.

A complete candidate file consists of the following elements:

• Detailed CV
• Motivation letter with possible explanation about your research experience
• Name and details of preferably several references

For more information and any questions about the position please contact Keimpe Weirda ().

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