Technician for Preclinical Facility

Technician for Preclinical Facility

Teilzeit (25-30 Std/W)

Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria / Home Office possible

EUR 2,700* gross/month (based on full time employment) - position limited to 15-18 months (parental leave)

ISTA is growing. Grow with us!

Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world-class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment. Get an insight!

Your responsibilities

The Preclinical Facility (PCF) offers services for currently 11 research groups which compete on scientific top level in their field with research institutions worldwide. Therefore we are searching for a highly motivated colleague for our genotyping lab (PCF lab) and for the management of transgenic mouse lines.

• Mouse Colony Management: maintain transgenic mice, set up breedings, organize orders and enquiries from scientists
• General lab work and genotyping by PCR
• Data documentation in our data management system
• Interface between scientists and the entire team of the Preclinical Facility

Your profile

• Degree in Biology or equivalent education (background in genetics is appreciated) or experience in a molecular biology lab or equivalent education
• Experience in breeding and maintaining transgenic mice is an advantage but not mandatory - a comprehensive training on the job will be provided; willingness to learn these skills is strongly required
• Experience with molecular biology techniques, especially PCR
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent self-organization and data management skills
• Excellent German skills and good communication skills in English
• High level of service-orientation and affinity to work with animals

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Your benefits

• Education & training
• Cafeteria
• Childcare
• Free shuttle bus
• Multiple health offers
• Pension insurance

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Am Campus 1, 3400 Klosterneuburg, Austria
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