Organisation/Company: Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Department: Católica Biomedical Research Centre
Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master
Country: Portugal
Application Deadline: 10 Dec 2024 - 17:00 (Europe/Lisbon)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40
Offer Starting Date: 1 Jan 2025
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number: HR24-00288 – Crosstryp
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description Católica Biomedical Research Centre (CBR, Universidade Católica Portuguesa) hereby announces the opening of an international call for applicants for one vacancy of Lab Technician in the scientific field of Biology and related areas.
The research activities will be carried out at the CBR, currently installed at the Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência Campus, Rua da Quinta Grande 6, Oeiras.
The position is open within the framework of the CrossTryp: "Control of protein trafficking in vascular physiology and pathology", a research project funded by "la Caixa" Foundation (reference HR24-00288).
Description of the research activities: Carrying out animal experimentation under the supervision of principal investigators, such as minor surgery, collection of biological samples, injection of drugs or other biological and/or chemical compounds;
Study of the mechanisms involved, namely the NOTCH pathway in the migration of endothelial cells in the formation of arteries in rodents;
Organ collection for immunohistochemistry and microscopy analysis of the samples;
In vitro assays to study the role of the NOTCH pathway in rodent and human cells.
Where to apply E-mail: ******
Requirements Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications Master in the field of Biology, Genetics or related scientific areas.
At least 1 year of experience in a similar role.
Motivation to work with animals.
Proactivity, autonomy and critical thinking.
Ability to handle large amounts of information.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Specific Requirements Accreditation by DGAV as a competent person to perform procedures and euthanasia in rodents.
Experience in biological sample collection methods and substance administration techniques.
Experience in cellular and molecular biology.
Experience in techniques such as PCR, qPCR and data processing.
Experience in microfluidics systems.
Experience in immunofluorescence, microscopy and image analysis.
Experience in cell culture, transfection and viral infection of cells, preferably endothelial cells.
Languages: ENGLISH Level Excellent
Additional Information Gross monthly pay is 1000€-1450€, depending on the candidate's CV, plus meal allowance, to which will be added annual leave and Christmas allowances.
Eligibility criteria Curricular evaluation - 50%
Selection process Applications are formalized by sending the required documentation to ****** . Applications must be submitted in English and shall include the following documents:
a) Curriculum Vitae, detailed, emphasizing the curricular and professional background relevant to the tasks;
b) Certificate of conclusion of the degree with the respective date, which must be submitted as an attachment to the form mentioned in the previous point, following the instructions specified in said form;
c) Cover letter demonstrating the candidate's motivations;
d) If the degree is issued by foreign higher education institutions, the candidate must submit the Recognition Certificate or proof of the application for recognition pursuant to Portuguese Law.
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