Research Technician

How do proteins, the functional building blocks of cells, regulate cell identity and interact with immune cells? Which proteins are involved in these processes? At what concentration does each protein function, or dysfunction? Which protein interactions need to take place, and how strong are they? Are you excited by these questions, and would you like to dive into the quantitative protein biology of gene regulation and immune recognition? Then we are looking for you as our new Research Technician!

In this role, you will support PhD students and postdocs in research on gene regulation, protein degradation, antigen presentation, and T-cell recognition. You are a collaborative and motivated team player who enjoys supporting others in a dynamic research environment. Click here for more information about the Lindeboom lab.

Your tasks will include:

• Design and perform experiments together with the research team;

• Work on projects involving immune cell biology, molecular biology, and proteomics;

• Analyze and discuss experimental results;

• Prepare and inject samples for mass spectrometry;

• Help organize and maintain the laboratory;

• Order reagents and laboratory supplies.

Why the Netherlands Cancer Institute?

At the Netherlands Cancer Institute, we have a shared goal: providing the best care for every patient and every type of cancer. Quite a lot, but not impossible. Here, science and health care join forces towards innovation. We keep finding new ways to help people facing cancer on a global scale. Here we save lives, gain time and quality.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person who is eager to learn and willing to take on this challenge with us. Furthermore, you have/are:

• A Bachelor’s, HLO, Master’s, or PhD degree in Life Sciences or Biomedical Sciences;

• Hands-on experience with cell culture, proteomics, and/or cloning techniques;

• Good organizational skills and attention to detail;

• A true team player who is collaborative and easy to work with;

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.

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 two-year’s contract for 36 hours per week;

• A gross monthly salary between €2.696,- and €3.882,-, based on a 36-hour working week, in line with FWG 40 and 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;

• A great opportunity in a specialised hospital where you can also continue to learn and grow yourself if you wish: the AVL Academy offers innovative and inspiring education in the field of oncology professional knowledge, skills and personal development;

• Opportunity to exercise at our Fit Boutiqs;

• An active staff association.

Interested?

We are curious about your talent! Will you be the one to make a difference in the world of cancer care and research? Apply now by using the application (‘solliciteer’) button! Please submit your application, including a cover letter, a list of references, your CV, and grade transcripts from your bachelor’s degree and any further education. You can only upload two files to the submission system, so please merge your grade transcripts and CV into one PDF. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This vacancy is open for applications until the 3rd of June.

For further information about the position, please contact Rik Lindeboom, Group Leader, at r.lindeboom@nki.nl.

For more information about the application process, please contact Pascal van Kippersluis, Recruiter, via p.v.kippersluis@nki.nl.

Important: please respond to this vacancy only via the application button and not through email.