R&d Specialist Position for Metabolic Research in - Luxembourg - University of Luxembourg

University of Luxembourg

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Luxembourg

il y a 1 semaine

Posté par:

Jean Schmitz

Recruteur de beBee

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: Fixed Term Contract 6 Month
Work hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
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

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values.

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