Translational Research Technician - Precision Medicine

Humanitas; Rozzano; In loco; EUR 10.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Un ospedale di ricerca accademico cerca un Tecnico di Ricerca Translazionale per gestire attività di laboratorio e supportare studi di ricerca. Il candidato ideale ha una laurea in Scienze Biologiche ed esperienza in laboratorio. Offre un ambiente internazionale con supporto finanziario fino al 2027 per lo sviluppo delle competenze in medicina personalizzata.

Servizi

Accesso a infrastrutture di ricerca all'avanguardia

Programmi di formazione dedicati

Competenze

• Esperienza precedente in laboratorio di ricerca.
• Buona conoscenza sia dell'inglese sia dell'italiano.
• Attenzione ai dettagli e capacità di lavorare in autonomia.

Mansioni

• Gestire e aggiornare i database di ricerca.
• Supportare i clinici nella recluta dei pazienti.
• Partecipare alla raccolta e documentazione dei campioni biologici.
• Eseguire attività di laboratorio tra cui il processamento dei tessuti.

Conoscenze

Cell culture

PBMC isolation

Organ organoid culture

Microsoft Office

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Formazione

Laurea in Scienze Biologiche, Biotecnologie o settore correlato

Descrizione del lavoro

Località: Rozzano, IT, 20089

Translational Research Technician – Precision Medicine

Commessa: HRG001 | CUP: E49I25000840007 | Titolo: “TERA‑IMMUN – Terapia multi‑agente innovativa per la cura dei tumori solidi non responsivi all’immunoterapia”

Humanitas Research Hospital is a highly specialised research and university hospital. It is the first Italian hospital certified for its excellence by the Joint Commission International as Academic Hospital and it hosts a research centre, as well as the residency programmes and clinical training of Humanitas University, an international medical school that stands out for its real‑world simulation‑based approach to medical training.

Humanitas Research is made possible every day by more than 500 passionate physicians, biologists, physicists, data scientists and technologists, who work in the hospital wards and across 10,000 square metres of high‑tech laboratories at the Humanitas University campus. Their common mission is advancing science to make a difference in patients' lives.

Humanitas Research is guided by unmet clinical needs and it leverages high‑end technologies to dissect the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying human pathologies in fields ranging from cardiovascular medicine to neuroscience, from immunology to cancer and microbiology, with the final goal of developing new therapies and new diagnostic and prognostic strategies. The institute is recognised worldwide for its contribution to the field of tumour immunology and to the understanding of the inflammation‑cancer connection.

Position Overview

The Precision Medicine research group led by Prof. Salvatore Piscuoglio ([e-mail]) is seeking a highly motivated Translational Research Technician (100%) to join our team of bioinformaticians, molecular biologists, pathologists, and clinical fellows. The successful candidate will play a key role in both the coordination of research activities and the execution of laboratory work in support of ongoing research studies.

Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Manage and update research databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Support clinicians in patient recruitment and in the correct execution of study procedures.
• Participate in the collection, handling, and documentation of biological samples.
• Perform wet‑lab activities, including tissue processing and PBMC isolation, for the maintenance of the internal biobank.
• Contribute to the generation and maintenance of organoid cultures.
• Collaborate closely with clinicians, researchers, and other laboratory staff to ensure the smooth execution of all study‑related activities.

You’re The Perfect Candidate If You Have

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a research laboratory (experience with cell culture, PBMC isolation, or organoids is an advantage).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, particularly in an international and collaborative environment.
• Good command of both English and Italian, as part of the role involves interacting with healthcare professionals and managing clinical data in Italian.
• High attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

We offer financial support until November 2027 and the opportunity to work in a stimulating international environment. This position will allow you to develop cutting‑edge skills in 3D tumour model generation and contribute directly to advancing personalised medicine in cancer. You will have access to state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure, core computing resources, and experimental facilities within a vibrant, world‑class research ecosystem. Humanitas University and IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital provide dedicated training programmes to broaden your expertise, expand your portfolio, and enhance your skill set in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

All candidate data collected from the application shall be processed in accordance with applicable law: Dlgs 198/2006 e dei Dlgs 215/2003 e 216/2003; privacy ex artt. 13 e 14 del Reg. UE 2016/679.

Starting Date: 01/12/2025