Research Technician NKI Protein Facility

The Research Technician will contribute to the various projects that are taken by the facility, with a focus on cell culture (insect- and mammalian cells), antibody production and expression/purification of recombinant proteins and – depending on interest and qualifications – biophysical characterization of macromolecular interactions. The tasks within the facility can be performed independently to some extent, but will also include training and/or collaboration with customers that would like to learn the techniques and contribute to their own projects. 

Team
The NKI Protein facility is one of the NKI Core facilities and provides support for the expression, purification and biophysical characterization of proteins to both internal (NKI) as well as external academic researchers. The Protein facility currently hosts three employees and shares lab space and equipment with two Structural Biology groups at the Division of Biochemistry. 

NKI 
Our research institute accommodates 650 scientists and scientific support personnel from more than 45 different countries. Research discussions, lectures and seminars in English and a large number of Dutch and non-Dutch postdocs, students and staff members contribute to the stimulating and international atmosphere of the Institute. We offer an inspiring and interactive research environment, state-of-the-art facilities, training, a competitive salary (including possibilities for tax-reduction) and housing facilities in the vicinity of the Institute. The Institute is located close to the city center of Amsterdam and the international Schiphol airport.

 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled, and proactive Research Technician with the following
skills:

• A MSc degree in Biochemistry, Biomedical sciences or related field;
• Strong affinity  and hands-on experience with cell culture, recombinant protein expression and protein purification;
• Motivation to learn and apply biophysical methods is an advantage
• You get inspired by working on various projects;
• Service-oriented skills to support collaborative research;
• Precise worker with a good sense of responsibility;
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English;
• You are a team-player.

• The position is full-time (36 hrs./week); part-time (32 hrs.) can be discussed
• The vacancy is available immediately; 
• You will be employed for a period of one year, with a possibility for extension; 
• You will work in a cutting-edge research environment;
• You will collaborate with scientists with expertise in different disciplines; 
• The gross salary per month can range from € 2.982,- to € 4.540,- (salary group 45-50 scale), depending on your experience; the terms of employment will be in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement for Hospitals (CAO Hospitals); 
• In addition, you will receive a fixed end-of-year bonus in December (8,33%) and in May you will receive 8,33% holiday pay;
• You will have access to state-of-the-art lab equipment; 
• Your travel expenses will be reimbursed at € 0,23 per km. Free parking at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek is also part of the package; 
• Personnel is stimulated to use public transport and bicycle and therefore we offer an interesting arrangement for bikers and/or discount on the NS-business card;
• Amsterdam is a stunning city with many cultural amenities. The institute is located within a 20-minute tram or bicycle ride from the center of Amsterdam and within 20 minutes from Schiphol airport by car, bus or bicycle.

For further information about this position please contact Dr. Patrick Celie (p.celie@nki.nl). Further details about the Protein facility can be found at https://www.nki.nl/research/facilities-platforms/protein-facility/  

Your application letter, CV and contact information of 2 references can be attached to the application form (link) on our website. 

Ensure that your references information is attached together with your cover letter, as there is no option to submit them separately.

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Deadline: 
The deadline for this position is March 28 2025.