Technician Viral Vectors Service

Technician Viral Vectors Service

Full Time (40 h/w)

Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria

EUR 39,900* gross/year

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Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world-class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment. Get an insight!

Your responsibilities

The Molecular Biology Service (MBS) at ISTA is active in the areas of protein and viral vector production, purification and characterization. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a background in molecular biology, cell culture and virus production to support our services. If you are a service-oriented person, an excellent team player and eager to work in a dynamic research environment, we would like to welcome you as part of the MBS team! Together we thrive to make an impact to the scientific community on campus and beyond.

• Produce, purify, titrate and characterize standard & custom virus particles up to safety level 2
• Produce DNA constructs for various viral gene delivery systems (e.g. AAVs, Lentivirus)
• Maintain (mammalian) cell culture and take care of cell culture related tasks
• Careful document working procedures and results according to QC standards
• Take care of lab equipment, resource management and lab organization

Your profile

• University degree in Virology, (Molecular) Biology or a similar field
• Proven working experience in Molecular Biology techniques and mammalian cell culture
• Practical experience with virus productions and purifications, e.g. AAVs and Lentivirus
• Experience with virus quality control and titration, like flow cytometry (FACS) and qPCR
• Service and detail oriented working style with high quality standards and can-do attitude
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken), knowledge of German beneficial
• Excellent team player who can also work independently

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Your benefits

• Education & training
• Cafeteria
• Childcare
• Free shuttle bus
• Multiple health offers
• Pension insurance

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