Lab Technician

Orakl Oncology; Villejuif; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Orakl Oncology in Villejuif seeks a Lab Technician to expand the biobank by working with patient specimens and organoid cell lines. Key responsibilities include assisting with sample processing and contributing to core experimental procedures such as drug screening.

The ideal candidate has a BSc in cellular biology or a related field, with hands-on experience in cell culture. We value attention to detail, flexibility, and teamwork. Join our innovative team to advance cancer research.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, 3D cell culture and preferably organoid culture.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational rigour.
• Flexibility to work occasional late hours.

Responsabilités

• Work on the expansion of the Orakl biobank involving patient specimens and organoid cell lines.
• Assist with the reception and processing of patient samples for cell culture.
• Contribute to core experimental procedures including drug screening.
• Participate in laboratory maintenance and supply management.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Formation

BSc in cellular biology, biotechnology or related discipline

Description du poste

About The Role

Orakl Oncology works on a large cohort of patient-derived organoids (PDO) to predict clinical outcomes of patients and de-risk clinical trials. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Lab Technician to help us scale our cell culture and experimental platforms. In this position, you will:

• Work on the expansion of the Orakl biobank: you will work on patient specimens and organoid cell lines to increase the amount of data collected, thus improving our understanding of cancer. In particular, this will involve preparing culture media and handling several organoid lines in parallel.
• Assist with the reception and the processing of patient samples: you will be tasked with receiving, transporting and preparing patient specimens to make them fit for cell culture - occasionally outside regular working hours, to ensure timely preparation for analysis.
• Contribute to the core experimental procedures at Orakl: you will help our scientists and engineers and contribute to our research work, including 3D cell culture and drug screening experimentations on proprietary protocols.
• Participate to make the lab run smoothly: you will be involved in the laboratory maintenance and traceability of the lab activities and you will need to anticipate the needs for consumables and reagents.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc (or equivalent degree such as BTS, DUT, Licence) in cellular biology, biotechnology or any related discipline.
• Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, 3D cell culture and preferably organoid culture.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational rigour.
• Flexibility, and a taste for overcoming operational challenges.
• Flexibility to work occasional late hours.
• A genuine enthusiasm and passion for teamwork and learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• A general understanding and genuine curiosity for cancer biology.
• Capability to interact in an interdisciplinary setting with biologists, ML engineers and researchers.
• Strong communication skills.
• As part of an international team, a good understanding of English and the ability to communicate in English are a plus.

Interview Process

• Introduction Call (20 min) - An initial discussion to understand your background, experience, and motivations.
• Technical Interview (45 min) - A deep dive into your data engineering expertise and technical approach.
• LabCase (1h30) - An experiment in the lab to assess how you work.

Reference Calls

• 2-3 references including at least a direct manager.

Culture Fit Interview

• 20-30 min - Meet our founders in person at our office. An opportunity to assess mutual cultural fit and alignment with our mission.