GIMM - Job Opportunity - Flow Cytometry Technician iMM is recruiting a Flow Cytometry Technician under an Employment Contract – Reference IMM/CT/67-2024
The iMM – Instituto de Medicina Molecular João Lobo Antunes is a leading Portuguese private non-profit research institute that offers a vibrant scientific environment, aiming to nurture innovative ideas in basic, clinical and translational Biomedical Research.
What iMM seeks : At this moment iMM is looking for a Flow Cytometry Technician to join the Flow Cytometry Unit, under the Associate Laboratory statute within funding reference LA/P/0082/2020 supported by National Funds (FCT – OE), to execute the following activities under the supervision of Mariana Fernandes:
Run Cell Sorters/Analyzers to meet the needs of users;
Purification of cell populations by flow cytometry (cell sorting);
Provide comprehensive training in Flow Cytometry basic concepts, data analysis and use of flow cytometry analyzers to researchers;
Provide support and technical advice on flow cytometry, experimental design, panel design, protocol optimization and execution to researchers;
Provide training in imaging flow cytometry to researchers;
Provide support in flow cytometry software and data analysis;
Maintenance and quality control and quality assurance of all flow cytometry instruments and experiments in the Facility;
Management of reports and data backups;
General lab organization and administrative tasks;
Participate in activities directed to external people, such as courses, visits to the Facility or Flow Cytometry-related demonstrations.
Profile of Candidate
MSc degree in Immunology, Biology, Chemistry or related field (Mandatory);
Previous experience of 2 to 4 years in Flow Cytometry using 6 or more colors (Mandatory);
Previous experience in cell separation by flow cytometry (Cell Sorting) (Preferential requirement);
Knowledge of the common flow cytometry softwares (FACSDiva, SpectroFlo, INSPIRE, FlowJo, FCS Express, IDEAS) will be valued;
Previous research lab experience is a plus;
Ability to use computers (Mac and PC);
Capacity to work both independently and as a part of a team;
Good communication skills and interaction in an environment with multiple users;
High commitment and a collaborative attitude;
Troubleshooting capacity and attention to detail;
Knowledge of spoken and written English.
What iMM offers: iMM will offer outstanding working conditions in this area in Portugal, including a full-time contract, starting predictably in October 2024, and the possibility to work in the interface of research and research support facilities.
Working Conditions: Unfixed-term employment contract for a period of 12 (twelve) months; Gross monthly remuneration of 1.250€ in accordance with the funding budget and iMM Career By-Law, as well as Holidays and Christmas allowances subject to the current mandatory taxes according to Portuguese Labor Law.
How to apply: Please submit your Motivation Letter in English, Detailed CV (2 pages max), Master degree certificate and contacts of 2 references in PDF format to Human Resources through the email ******, from 31st of July 2024 until 2nd of September 2024 .
Note: Candidates who incorrectly formalize their application or do not submit the documents proving the compliance with the requirements indicated in the call will be excluded.
Non-discrimination and equal access policy: iMM undertakes to ensure compliance with the principles of non-discrimination and equality.
Evaluation Criteria: Applications will be evaluated by Mariana Fernandes, Marc Veldhoen and José Rino, in accordance with the following method:
1st Phase: Curricular evaluation (40%) and Motivation Letter (20%);
2nd Phase: Interview (40%). Only candidates who score at least 40% in phase 1 will be selected for interview.
Results: Both admitted and excluded candidates list and final classification list shall be communicated to all admitted candidates through email.
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