Research Technician

Are you a hands-on laboratory professional with a passion for cutting-edge cancer research? Join the Schumacher Cancer Immunology group and contribute to the development of innovative technologies that advance our understanding of how the immune system recognizes and attacks cancer cells. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will work with state-of-the-art molecular and cellular techniques to help drive discoveries that may shape the future of cancer immunotherapy.

As a Research Technician in the Cancer Immunology group, you will be directly involved in the use and development of advanced high-throughput T-cell receptor (TCR) sequencing methods and cell-based screening assays to uncover which T-cell receptors recognize specific (cancer) epitopes. Our technology-driven approach combines molecular biology, cell culture, flow cytometry and cell sorting, antigen recognition assays, and next-generation sequencing (NGS) to address fundamental questions in cancer immunology.

In this role, you will:

• Perform a wide range of wet-lab experiments, including molecular biology techniques (RT, PCR, single-cell technologies, sequencing), cell culture, and functional screening assays;

• Play an integral role in our research projects, working closely with colleagues in a collaborative and multidisciplinary team;

• Help maintain smooth laboratory operations by carrying out routine laboratory tasks and managing supplies;

• Generate, process, analyze, and interpret your own laboratory data.

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 research technician in the field of life sciences, ideally with a background in immunology and/or molecular biology, who enjoys a technical and intellectual challenge. Potential candidates should bring a combination of the following:

• A BSc/HLO/MSc in biology or related disciplines;

• Familiar with and interested in molecular biology workflows;

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail;

• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team;

• Effective communication skills in English.

• Experience with cell culturing techniques, flow cytometry and FACS instruments is a plus.

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, with the prospect of extension or a permanent contract;

• A gross monthly salary between €3.228,- and € 4.346,-, based on a 36-hour working week, in line with FWG 45 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 attach your motivation letter (maximum one page), CV and contact details of two references to the application form. Make sure to include your reference information together with your application documents, as there is no option to submit them separately.

This vacancy is open for applications until the 6th of July.

For further information about the position, please contact tonschumacherlab@gmail.com.

For questions about the application procedure, 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.