Research Assistant /Laboratory Manager

Ospedale San Raffaele Srl; Milano; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aiop fixed-term contract

Competitive salary

Job summary

IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan, Italy, invites applications for a Research Assistant/Laboratory Manager to join a unit focused on human hematopoietic development and disease modeling. The role combines hands-on research with day-to-day laboratory coordination.

Responsibilities include stem cell culture, mouse work, and a range of molecular assays, with opportunities to contribute to publications and data interpretation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master/PhD in biomedical or life-science with hands-on research experience.
• Experience with mouse experimentation is required.
• Experience in cell culture and molecular biology.
• Experience with human pluripotent stem cells is an asset.
• High accuracy and troubleshooting skills; analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Culture and differentiate human pluripotent stem cells and primary cells.
• Perform mouse work including breeding, genotyping and in vivo procedures.
• Conduct PCR, RT-PCR, Western blot, ELISA and flow cytometry assays.
• Plan experiments, analyze data, troubleshoot and optimize protocols.
• Support training of lab members and contribute to publications.
• Maintain laboratory organization, inventories and records.

Skills

Hands-on research experience

Mouse experimentation

Cell culture

Molecular biology

English language (oral & written)

Organizational and multitasking skills

Teamwork and communication

Education

Biomedical or life-science degree (Bachelor/Master/PhD)

Job description

IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan, Italy, is looking for a Research Assistant/Laboratory Manager to join the “Human hematopoietic development and disease modeling” unit led by Dr. Andrea Ditadi. The laboratory combines developmental, stem cell and molecular biology to understand normal and pathological human hematopoietic development. We are looking for a highly motivated and versatile researcher who will contribute directly to experimental projects while also supporting the day-to-day scientific and organizational activities of the laboratory.

Main responsibilities

• Human pluripotent stem cell culture, maintenance and directed differentiation, including engineering of hPSC lines and primary cells
• Mouse work, including breeding, genotyping, in vivo procedures, blood and tissue collection, organ isolation and analysis
• Molecular and cellular assays, including PCR, RT-PCR, Western blotting, ELISA and flow cytometry
• Experimental planning, data analysis, troubleshooting and optimization of established and newly developed protocols
• Training and technical support of lab members, and contribution to the interpretation and publication of research findings
• General laboratory organization and maintenance, including inventories, ordering, equipment maintenance and experimental records

Candidate skills

• Biomedical or life-science degree at Bachelor, Master or PhD level, with previous hands-on research experience
• Previous experience with mouse experimentation is required
• Previous experience in cell culture and molecular biology
• experience with hPSCs would be an asset
• High accuracy, reliability and attention to detail, with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, with a proactive, flexible and self-motivated approach to work
• Strong team spirit and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• good oral and written English

What we offer

• Type of contract: fixed-term contract, Aiop.
• Range Gross Annual Salary: €24.000 – €35.000 (RAL) commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Duration: 1 year, renewable
• Place of work: IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Via Olgettina, 60, 20132 - 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.