.Organisation/Company: Champalimaud Foundation Research Field: Biological sciences » Other Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions: Master Positions Country: Portugal Application Deadline: 12 Oct 2024 - 17:00 (Europe/Lisbon) Type of Contract: Fellowship Contract Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 40 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe (other) Reference Number: 101160259 Offer Description Champalimaud Foundation, a private, non-profit research institution in Lisbon, Portugal, is looking for a Research Technician (Bolsa de Investigação) for a Master to join our team at the Champalimaud Research Program, in the context of the project entitled "ENHANCING NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASE RESEARCH EXCELLENCE THROUGH ZEBRAFISH CAPACITY BUILDING (ZENCURE)", project number 101160259, funded by the European Research Executive Agency. The selected candidate will: Involved in cell culture maintenance Reception of cancer samples Generation of zebrafish xenografts Immunofluorescence and image analysis Tutoring students and science communication Minimum Qualifications: The candidate should have a background in Biology and a Master in Science. The candidate should be expert in cell culture, confocal microscopy, and molecular biology. Preferably, the candidate should have previous experience in zebrafish handling. Languages: English (Excellent) Additional Information Full immersion into a research excellence ecosystem with highly motivated researchers, supported by state-of-the-art technology and continuous development opportunities. Remuneration: 1260 Euros, paid monthly by bank transfer. The fellowship holder will have personal accident insurance and can ensure the right to social security through adherence to the voluntary social insurance scheme. Contract Duration: 12 months with the possibility of renewal. Eligibility Criteria: National, Foreign or Stateless candidates who hold a master's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Health-related areas or other related scientific areas. Selection Process: Candidates will be screened based on minimum qualifications listed in the call. Candidates meeting minimum requirements will be scored according to the required application materials: CV (70% weighting), motivation letter (20%), interview (10%). Application Materials: CV and letter of motivation indicating 2 references (one single PDF document). Proof of qualifications (certificates) may be required at a later date for contract formalization. Degrees obtained abroad may need to be formally recognized in Portugal. How to Apply: Candidates must complete the standard application form and submit a single annexed PDF document containing the application materials stated in the call. The call reference is: "RT FIOR SEP2024". Notification of Results: All candidates will receive a receipt of acknowledgment within 7-10 business days
