Scientist - Immunology - Virology - Clinical Research

SCIENTIST - IMMUNOLOGY/BEERSE, BELGIUM/UP TO 30 EUR (PER HOUR)

The successful candidate will have a background in HIV research and can demonstrate expertise in Immunology, primary cell isolation, cell culture and a broad range of functional assays with primary human cells. The candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to various projects within the Infectious Diseases and discovery sciences department by proposing novel and actionable ideas, aligned with internal and external scientific strategies and demands

Independently design and execute various types of cell-based assays

Demonstrate creative and analytical capabilities to interpret, troubleshoot and report on complex data

Analyze and document experimental data in laboratory notebooks and assist in the preparation of SOPs, study reports, patents and publications as required

Keep up-to-date on literature related to his/her field in support of research and assay development

Keep up-to-date on the most recent technical advances in the field of human primary cell-based assays

Present scientific data to colleagues and assist in the preparation of internal and external presentations to senior management

Maintain amnis image flowcytometer.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant should holda Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant discipline (HIV research, cell biology or related discipline)

Expertise in virology/Immunology is desirable

some experience in a high-quality academic, biotech or pharmaceutical environment

some knowledge and hands-on experience in flow cytometry is a plus

Experience with FACSDIVA and FlowJo software for data analysis is a merit

Very good theoretical knowledge and practical experience of culturing cell lines and primary cells, and cellular immune assays

Experience with immunohistochemistry, fluorescence microscopy, and ELISPOT and other readouts of antigen-specific immune responses are a strong plus

Basic statistical knowledge is desired

Additional experience in standard molecular and cell biology techniques are a strong plus

Ability to rapidly learn and apply techniques

Strive for technical perfection

Flexibility

Sense of urgency (self-motivation)

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously, with ability to interact and communicate with different project leaders

Fluency in English and Dutch (both written and spoken)

NON TECHNICAL SKILLS AND ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Team-working - proactive contribution to local team activities

Computer literacy - advanced computer skills and detailed knowledge of a variety of software packages (Microsoft applications like Excel, PowerPoint, Word, ).

Managing workloads - ability to organize multiple priorities and projects and work independently within area of responsibility

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