Research specialist for induced pluripotent cells and organoid models

Core responsibilities

• Generation and culture of induced pluripotent stem cells
• 3D organotypic culture models
• Differentiation protocols for tissue culture models derived from iPSCs
• Maintaining cell cultures, cell transfection, production of viral particles (AAV, Lenti)
• Molecular biology methods (DNA, RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, WB, cloning etc.)
• Development, testing, and implementation of new methods
• Imaging and microscopy for non-animal model characterization and phenotyping

Requirements

• College/university degree in a cell and molecular biology or similar education
• Experience with cell culture techniques
• Experience with microscopy (live confocal)
• Knowledge of standard office software, image analysis
• Knowledge of English is necessity

We offer

• Unique work environment in development of non-animal research and preclinical R&D
• Be part of gene therapy development team
• Get experience in genetics and gene-editing technologies
• Opportunities for career development in the field, including possible participation in professional courses in the Czech Republic or abroad
• Friendly working team, competitive salary and bonuses

Applications, consisting of a cover letter and a structured CV (both in English), or questions related to the position should be sent to Mrs. Jana Šafránková (jana.safrankova@img.cas.cz).

We thank all who apply for their interest; however, only those candidates who are considered for an interview will be contacted.