Research support technician

About the FSTM

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

Your role

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) is in a constant development and offers several teaching programs in Life Sciences at the bachelor and master level. The Life Sciences teaching team in charge of the organization of the practicals in the different teaching laboratories aims at hiring a highly skilled and motivated biology technician for a new open position in order to guaranty a smooth running of teaching activities.

Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare the teaching and exam sessions daily and assist the teaching staff
• Contribute to the application and definition of general safety and development rules for the laboratories
• Ensure the maintenance and updating of teaching laboratories materials and facilities
• Ensure consumable management and reconditioning after use
• Manage the ordering, inventory, cleaning and storage of the equipment

Your profile

• Technician degree or equivalent in biology / biochemistry or related field
• 1-3 years previous professional experience at least as biological laboratory technician
• Rigor, autonomy and organizational skills
• Ideally strong expertise in microscopy, animal/cell & molecular biology
• Knowledge of laboratory safety rules
• Excellent practice of MS Office software and PC management
• Excellent communication and relationship skills
• Fluency in French and English. German is an asset

We offer

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
• 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
• 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 …

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• (max. 1 page, FR or EN, stating your motivation and mentioning a list of at least 5 experimental skills)
• Copy of diploma(s), including grade reports

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Research support technician
• Job Reference: UOL07475

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