iPSC Research Technician - Stem Cell Culture & Assays

Knack; Florida; In loco; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) in Florida is seeking a Research Technician to support research using human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and other cellular model systems. You will perform routine cell culture, iPSC maintenance and differentiation, and general molecular biology experiments, contributing to a hands-on lab environment.

The role emphasizes careful technique, reliability, and a strong interest in cell biology and stem cell research, with

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, or a related field.
• Previous hands-on mammalian cell culture experience.
• Strong understanding of sterile technique and aseptic cell culture practices.
• General knowledge or practical experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Experience with human iPSC culture is highly desirable.
• Careful, reliable, and well-organized working style.
• Ability to follow protocols precisely and work independently after training.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a research team.

Mansioni

• Maintain and expand human iPSC cultures.
• Perform routine cell culture procedures, including passaging, freezing, thawing, and cell counting.
• Support differentiation of iPSCs into specialized cell types.
• Prepare media, reagents, and cell culture materials.
• Perform general molecular and cellular biology experiments according to established protocols.
• Monitor cell morphology, viability, and culture quality.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and documentation.
• Follow strict sterile and aseptic working procedures.
• Assist with laboratory organization, reagent preparation, and routine maintenance.

Conoscenze

Mammalian cell culture

Sterile technique

Molecular biology techniques

Independent after training

Communication skills

iPSC culture desirable

Organized working style

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, or related field

Strumenti

Microscopy

Fluorescence imaging

PCR/Cloning/Immunostaining

Descrizione del lavoro

Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) in Florida is seeking a Research Technician to support research using human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and other cellular model systems. You will perform routine cell culture, iPSC maintenance and differentiation, and general molecular biology experiments, contributing to a hands-on lab environment.

The role emphasizes careful technique, reliability, and a strong interest in cell biology and stem cell research, with