Job description:

The research in the Tanenbaum lab aims to uncover how genes are decoded to generate the correct proteins and how the accuracy of genetic decoding is determined. We study both human and viral gene regulation in living cells using advanced microscopy. For more information, please visit our website (https://www.hubrecht.eu/research-groups/tanenbaum-group/). In addition to multiple types of microscopy, we use different mammalian cell culture model systems (including organoids), FACS, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), molecular cloning, CRISPR and different viral assays. In addition to research, the applicant will be responsible for the daily operation of the lab, including ordering reagents, ensuring lab safety, training of new employees, and attending department meetings.

Requirements:

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled technician with a HLO background and experience with molecular biology and cell culture. A minimum of 3 years of working experience is required. Experience with mammalian cell culture, molecular biology and cloning is preferred. In addition to experimental work, good organizational and communication skills are required. The working language in our international team is English, the candidate should therefore have excellent English communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.

Fixed-term contract: 1 year with an extension after positive evaluation.

Terms of employment
Depending on education and experience the minimum salary is [[salarisMin]] and the maximum salary is [[salarisMax]] gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale [[ufoSchaal]] cao Nederlandse Universiteiten/KNAW). This is exclusive of 8% vacation allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, travel allowance, internet allowance, home working allowance and pension accrual with ABP.

The KNAW offers its staff an excellent package of secondary benefits. A package that meets the different needs of employees depending on their stage of life, lifestyle or career ambitions. For example, by working an extra two hours a week, it is possible to increase the number of days off from 29 to 41 days a year (with full-time employment). For a complete overview of the terms of employment, please refer to the web page: werken bij de KNAW.

Huhrecht Institute

About the Hubrecht Institute
The Hubrecht Institute is a research institute focusing on developmental and stem cell biology. At the institute, more than 20 research groups perform fundamental and multidisciplinary research, both in healthy systems and disease models. The Hubrecht Institute is a research institute of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and is located on the Utrecht Science Park 'De Uithof'. Since 2008, the institute has been affiliated with the University Medical Center Utrecht, advancing the translation of research into clinical practice. The Hubrecht Institute has a partnership with the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL).

Diversity & Inclusion
The KNAW considers a working environment in which everyone feels welcome and appreciated of great importance. A working environment in which attention is paid to individual quality and where development opportunities are paramount. Together we strive for an inclusive culture in which we embrace differences. We would therefore like to invite candidates who want to contribute to this through their background and experience. In the event of equal suitability, preference will be given to the candidate who thus enhances diversity within the Academy.

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The research in the Tanenbaum lab aims to uncover how genes are decoded to generate the correct proteins and how the accuracy of genetic decoding is determined. We study both human and viral gene regulation in living cells using advanced microscopy. For more information, please visit our website (https://www.hubrecht.eu/research-groups/tanenbaum-group/). In addition to multiple types of microscopy, we use different mammalian cell culture model systems (including organoids), FACS, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), molecular cloning, CRISPR and different viral assays. In addition to research, the applicant will be responsible for the daily operation of the lab, including ordering reagents, ensuring lab safety, training of new employees, and attending department meetings.