R&d Specialist Position for Metabolic Research in - Luxembourg - University of Luxembourg
Description
About us...
The
Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) is an interdisciplinary research centre of the University of Luxembourg.
We conduct fundamental and translational research in the field of Systems Biology and Biomedicine - in the lab, in the clinic and _in silico_ - with a focus on neurodegenerative processes.
The LCSB recruits talented scientists from various disciplines:
computer scientists, mathematicians, biologists, chemists, engineers, physicists, and clinicians from more than 50 countries currently work at the LCSB.
We excel because we are truly interdisciplinary and together we contribute to science and society.Your Role...
- Develop targeted mass spectrometrybased metabolomics methods for metabolites of interest
- Perform targeted and untargeted mass spectrometrybased metabolomics analyses in biological samples
- Perform stable isotope labelingbased metabolomics analyses in biological samples
- Perform metabolomics data analysis
- Perform transcriptomics data analysis, including from single cell RNAseq
- Contribute to chemical identification of relevant unknown peaks using cheminformatics approaches and final validation using targeted methods
- Set up and perform metabolic enzyme assays using various techniques
- Design and produce recombinant plasmids for various purposes (e.g. protein overexpression, transgenesis)
- Perform analysis of all generated experimental data, including statistics
- Use modern data management and establish precise project documentation
- Work in a collaborative environment, also with different servicebased core platforms (e.g. sequencing, metabolomics facilities)
- Independent drafting of project reports and grant proposals
- Contributing to writing manuscripts for publication in highquality journals
- Presentation of research findings at internal, national, and international scientific meetings
What we expect from you
- Master's degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or another similar life sciencerelated discipline
- Experience with and strong background in metabolic biochemistry, enzymology, and molecular biology
- Experience in mass spectrometrybased metabolomics
- Keen interest in investigating the molecular basis of rare neurological/neurometabolic diseases
- Strong motivation to contribute specific parts to larger projects
- Strong computational skills, including programming
- Solid bioinformatic and biostatistics skills
- Excellent organizational and management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Fluency in oral and written English is essential
Here's what awaits you at the LCSB...
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Excellent work environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, laboratory and administrative support
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Truly connected. We work together with hospitals and research institutes on a national and international level as well as industrial partners. Connection between science and society is very important to us. From our school lab - the Scienteens Lab - to the different outreach activities and collaborative partnerships with patient associations, we love to listen to society's needs and share our passion for science
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Be part of a multicultural team. At the LCSB we have more than 50 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more
Find out more about us
In Short...
- Contract type: Befristeter Vertrag 6 Monat
- Work hours: Full Time 40.0 Stunden pro Woche
- Location: Belval
- Internal title: Research and development specialist
- Job reference: UOL06122
How to apply...
Applications (in English) should contain the following documents:
- A detailed Curriculum vitae including a list of publications
- A cover letter that includes a brief description of previous research experience and the motivation for the specific advertised position
- Copies of diploma and transcripts
- Name and contact details of at least two referees
We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.
In return you will get
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Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
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A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
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A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs
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