Laboratory Technician, bioanalyst or Academic research staff for the Proteomics Research Infrastructure

The Proteomics Research Infrastructure, at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen is looking for a skilled and motivated Laboratory Technician to join the team. The position is a 2-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role.

About us
The Proteomics Research Infrastructure (PRI) is a state-of-the-art mass spectrometry (MS) based proteomics research facility located at the faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen.

PRI offers easy and timely access to the newest proteomics technologies, providing support at all levels from consultancy, sample preparation, MS measurements and data analysis. PRI is funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation (NNF) and linked to the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research (CPR), a top-notch research institute for fundamental protein research and a world leader in its proteomics technologies. The research environment at PRI and CPR is vibrant, ambitious, and international, with many different nationalities represented. The working language is English.

Your tasks:
As a key team member, you will play an integral role in supporting the daily operations of PRI, ensuring efficiency and seamless workflows. You’ll actively participate in PRI’s sample preparation pipeline and contribute to the organization of our sample preparation and mass spectrometry laboratories. The candidate will work closely with the Proteomics Service Manager and report directly to them.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for proteomics analysis in accordance with established protocols.
• Accurately and thoroughly document all laboratory work in electronic lab notebooks.
• Manage the ordering, receiving, and tracking of laboratory materials and supplies.
• Organize and maintain storage areas, including fridges, freezers, and general inventory spaces.
• Monitor and maintain adequate stocks of chemicals, enzymes, and buffers, ensuring timely replenishment.
• Register and track chemicals to ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations.
• Coordinate and organize routine maintenance of laboratory instrumentation (e.g., centrifuges, pipettes).
• Ensure laboratory spaces are maintained in optimal condition, emphasizing cleanliness and organization.
• Perform additional duties as required, aligned with the role's scope and objectives.

Your profile
The selected candidate should be reliable and well-organized, capable of working independently while demonstrating flexibility and accuracy. Strong interpersonal skills and an interest in working within an international team are also essential.

The ideal candidate should fulfill the following qualifications:

• A degree as a laboratory technician, or a relevant degree in biochemistry or molecular biology.
• Extensive experience in laboratory work within a research environment.
• Proven expertise in molecular biology or biochemistry laboratory techniques.
• Experience with proteomics workflows is not required but considered a distinct advantage.
• Proficiency in computer literacy, particularly with MS Excel.
• Experience working with databases is an advantage.
• Strong English communication skills, both oral and written.

Employment conditions
The position is a 2-year fixed-term contract.

The estimated start date is 1 April 2025 or after agreement. This is a full-time position with a standard work week of 37 hours.

The employment as academic research staff will be in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Employment will be as an academic employee (Akademisk medarbejder).

Employment as laboratory technician will be in accordance with the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and OAO/HK STAT. The position is placed in salary group 3.

Employment as bioanalyst will be in accordance with the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and Danske Bioanalytikere

Depending on qualifications a supplement may be negotiated.

More information
For more information, please contact PRI Service Manager Paola Pisano (paola.pisano@pri.ku.dk)

Application
Please submit your application in English by clicking "Apply now" below.

The application should consist of the following:

• Letter of application/motivation (max 1 page)
• Your CV incl. education, a list of laboratory skills/techniques, previous employments, language skills and other relevant skills
• Copy of relevant certificate/diploma

Deadline for application 23 February 2025, 23:59CET

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.