September 12, 2024

Research Technician in the Karagöz Lab (Max Perutz Labs)

The Karagöz lab is looking for a highly motivated Research Technician who has a passion for science to join our team at the Max Perutz Labs Vienna. The lab combines cell biology, in vitro reconstitution to dissect cellular protein-quality control pathways. Currently, our team consists of a talented group of PhD students working on various protein quality control topics.

Candidates

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Contributing to the ongoing projects in the lab
  • General laboratory organization (e.g. overseeing day-to-day operations, maintaining lab supplies)
  • Testing and establishing reagents (e.g. molecular cloning, cell culture, generation of genome-edited stable mammalian cell lines)
  • Recombinant protein expression and purification (i.e. bacteria and insect cells)
  • Teamwork (supporting and training lab members)
  • Active involvement in our team (e.g. attending group meetings, journal clubs, exchanging ideas)

 

Desired skills and qualities:

  • Basic knowledge in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology
  • Hands-on experience in basic molecular and cell biology methods
  • Motivation to learn and establish new methods and assays
  • Fluency in English and strong communication and social skills

 

Application

This is a full-time position, which is open from November 1, 2024. However, we are open to applicants who want to work part-time. An initial contract will be for a year with the possibility of extension for multiple years. The salary will be based on the FWF salary scale.

Applications consisting of a letter of motivation, a CV, and the contact details of two reference persons should be sent electronically to elif.karagoez@univie.ac.at. We will start reviewing applications on October 1, 2024.  There is no deadline for the application, the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

 

This vacancy is listed in the Open Positions of the Max Perutz Labs, where you can also download the ad as pdf.