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Dear all,
we have 2 open positions for Junior/Senior Technicians at the National Facility for Light Imaging of Human Technopole (Milan, Italy). You can find find more info regarding the open calls and how to apply below.
Human Technopole (HT) is a new interdisciplinary life science research institute, created and supported by the Italian government. HT is opening National Facilities that will provide state-of-the-art research infrastructure for Structural Biology, Light Imaging, Genomics, Genome Engineering, and Data Handling and Analysis.
The National Facility for Light Imaging will support both internal and external users. The facility has four, highly interconnected infrastructural units (IU): Imaging, Tissue Processing, Flow Cytometry/Cell Sorting and Ion Imaging. Automated Imaging and Tech-Development will be soon part of the facility.
The imaging systems cover a broad range of different microscopy techniques, including wide-field, point-scanning confocal, two-photon, spinning disk confocal, TIRF, structured illumination and localization-based super-resolution microscopy, both on living and fixed samples. STED and light-sheet microscopy are in the process of being acquired.
We are now seeking two highly motivated and service-oriented Junior/Senior Technicians, who will become part of the Imaging team, supporting both the core team as well as the users of the facility.
Key tasks and responsibilities
• Support and train users;
• Perform regular maintenance and quality control of the facility systems;
• Perform data acquisition;
• Help designing and troubleshooting imaging experiments;
• Organize teaching and educational events;
• Coordinate interfacility workflow and oversee sample preparation.
Job requirements
Mandatory requirements:
• Master degree in biology, physics or other related field;
• Extensive knowledge of wide-field and confocal microscopy
• Good knowledge of at least one of the most diffuse microscopy control software;
• Basic experience of image handling;
• Knowledge of best practices for scientific data handling;
• Excellent command of English.
Note that to be considered for the position of Senior technician, the candidate should also meet the following requirements:
• PhD in biology, physics or other related field. A master degree with extensive relevant experience will be considered;
• Previous working experience in a core microscopy facility or in a company active in the field of microscopy;
• Hands-on experience with at least one of the following microscopy techniques:
- Light-sheet microscopy
- Two-photon microscopy
- Super-resolution microscopy (STED, PALM, STORM)
Organizational and social skills
• The candidate should be a proactive, flexible, well-organized, service-oriented, and reliable team player;
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and to work independently;
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to lead and gain the assistance and cooperation of others;
• Ability to build trust through operating with transparency and creating an open and positive environment;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Application Instructions
Please apply by sending:
i) a CV
ii) a motivation letter in English
iii) names and contacts of at least 2 referees
Main benefits
• Welfare plans.
• Canteen service.
• Work-life balance provisions.
• Italian language training for foreigners.
• Maternity leave up to 1 year and other support for new parents.
• Counseling.
• Flexible working hours.
• Remote working policy.
• Support for relocation.
Special consideration will be given to candidates who are part of the protected categories list, according to L. 68/99.
Number of positions offered: 2
Contract offered: CCNL Chimico Farmaceutico, Fixed-term 3 years - employee level.
Salary range: up to 41k euros (RAL) depending on the seniority.
The position is based in Milan.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 16th of May 2024
Full job description and link to apply here: https://careers.humantechnopole.it/o/senior-techniciantechnician-national-facility-light-imaging
Please spread the word and feel free to forward this to anyone who might be interested.
Many thanks in advance,
Francesca Casagrande, PhD
Senior Technician
National Facility for Light Imaging
Human Technopole
Palazzo Italia
Viale Rita Levi Montalcini, 1
20157 Milan, Italy
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