RESEARCH ASSISTANT/LAB TECHNICIAN – SR TIGET at Ospedale San Raffaele

Ospedale San Raffaele; Milano; In loco; EUR 42.000 - 54.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan, Italy, is seeking a Research Assistant/Lab Technician to join the Vector Engineering and In Vivo Tumor Targeting Unit at SR-Tiget. The role focuses on developing genetic tools for in vivo delivery to tumors.

You will work with lentiviral vectors and advanced technologies such as single-cell omics, flow cytometry, and tumor mouse models to evaluate therapies and contribute to clinical translation.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field
• Prior experience in biomedical/molecular research
• Proficiency in microscopy, flow cytometry, cell culture, molecular biology, and animal handling
• Good communication skills in English (Optional)
• PhD qualification

Mansioni

• Prioritize and execute technical and biomedical research experiments efficiently
• Prepare and analyze samples for single-cell omics, immunofluorescence, and flow cytometry
• Handle in vivo tumor mouse models
• Produce and utilize gene-based technologies

Conoscenze

Microscopy

Flow cytometry

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Animal handling

English language

Formazione

Master's degree in Biology/Biotechnology or related field

PhD qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan, Italy, is looking for a Research Assistant/Lab Technician to join the Vector Engineering and In Vivo Tumor Targeting Unit, led by Mario Leonardo Squadrito, at the San Raffaele Telethon Institute for Gene Therapy (SR-Tiget). Our team focuses on designing and applying innovative genetic tools for the in vivo delivery of therapeutic payloads to tumors. Our research encompasses the identification of key cellular populations and actionable targets in tumors, as well as the development and deployment of cutting-edge genetic tools to modulate these targets. We primarily base our platforms on lentiviral vectors, which are engineered to incorporate key molecular components that enhance their versatility and therapeutic efficacy. Additionally, we utilize advanced technologies -including single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, multicolor flow cytometry, confocal immunofluorescence, and sophisticated tumor mouse models- to comprehensively evaluate the impact of our therapies.

Main activities:

• Prioritize and execute technical and biomedical research experiments efficiently
• Prepare and analyze samples for single-cell omics, immunofluorescence, and flow cytometry
• Handle in vivo tumor mouse models
• Produce and utilize gene-based technologies

Who we are looking for:

• Master's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field
• Prior experience in biomedical/molecular research
• Proficiency in microscopy, flow cytometry, cell culture, molecular biology, and animal handling
• Good communication skills in English (Optional)
• PhD qualification

Work details:

• Type of contract: Competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• A dynamic research environment with the opportunity to contribute to the clinical translation of advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs)
• Place of work: IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Via Olgettina, number 60 - Milan (Italy)

At San Raffaele Scientific Institute, a world-renowned center of excellence for clinical and scientific activities, we believe that considering diversity and promoting an open and inclusive environment is crucial to our success. We are committed to ensure that equal employment opportunities are provided and based on merit without regard to age, religion, sex, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, cultural and social backgrounds, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws.

We offer attractive conditions and rewards appropriate to an internationally competitive research organization.