Microscopy Specialist

Are you a service-oriented team player with a passion for microscopy? Join the dynamic and interdisciplinary bioimaging team at the Netherlands Cancer Institute (NKI) - an internationally renowned research institute at the forefront of fundamental and translational cancer research. The NKI provides a stimulating scientific environment, cutting edge technology platforms, and close interactions between clinicians and researchers.

Responsibilities

As part of our facility team, you will be the go-to expert for microscopy and imaging. Your work will span technical support, training, and general facility operations:

• Coordinate imaging-related administrative tasks, including handling project requests and reservations in our facility management system, and  image data in accordance with institutional policies;

• Perform preventive maintenance and quality control of microscopy systems; coordinate with suppliers and service engineers;

• Advise researchers on experimental design, sample preparation, and microscopy techniques;

• Train users to operate microscopes independently and troubleshoot imaging issues;

• Organize regular facility introduction courses, contributing to PhD-level graduate school courses, and assisting in image analysis workshops (e.g. Fiji);

• Support image visualization/processing & basic analysis, providing access to tools like Fiji, ZEN, QuPath, Imaris, and Python-based workflows;

• Contribute to innovation, staying current with imaging trends and develop new workflows.

About the BioImaging Facility

The BioImaging Facility contributes to state of the art research by offering infrastructure, knowledge and training for image acquisition and analysis using advanced microscopy and software tools. We provide access to a diverse collection of high-end imaging systems, including wide field and confocal, microscopes as well as multiplex imaging. As core member of the BioImaging facility you will be involved in all our ongoing activities, and play a pivotal role in developing and implementing innovative imaging workflows that contribute directly to high-impact cancer research.

We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a collaborative spirit:

• Experienced in light microscopy, ideally at PhD level or equivalent.

• Passionate about microscopy and eager to keep learning.

• Enthusiastic about teaching and training researchers in microscopy techniques

• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple tasks.

• Service-minded and committed to maintaining high facility standards.

• Experience with image processing and analysis software (e.g., Fiji, ZEN, QuPath, Imaris, Python) is highly desirable

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment

Your development opportunities and employment conditions

The basis for your employment conditions is in accordance with the CLA Hospitals. You will receive from us:

• A temporary contract for a period of one year with possibility of extension, for 32 or 36 hours per week;

• A gross monthly salary between €3.329,- and €5.289,-, based on a 36-hour working week, in line with the scale FWG50 or FWG55, depending on your experience;

• 144 holiday hours and 57 hours of Personal Life Budget, with full-time employment;

• Annual holiday pay of 8.33% and a fixed end-of-year bonus of 8.33%;

• A travel allowance of €0.23 per km;

• Free parking at the Netherlands Cancer Institute. And with our bicycle plan and discount on public transport we also make it attractive for you to leave the car at home;

• Opportunity to exercise during working hours at our Fit Boutiqs;

• An active staff association.

In addition to these employment conditions, the NKI-AVL offers an excellent working atmosphere in a specialized cancer research hospital.

Interested?

Apply now via the application (‘solliciteer’) button at the top of the page! Take note: applications sent directly by e-mail will not be processed. Please attach your application letter, CV and contact information for two references to the application form (link) on our website. Make sure that the reference information is included along with your cover letter or CV, as there is no option to submit them separately.

For more information about the position, please contact Marjolijn Mertz, via 020-5126080 or m.mertz@nki.nl. The closing date is Sunday, October 5. The vacancy may be closed earlier if the right candidates are found.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.