Flow Cytometry Specialist

Antwerp - Belgium

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Laboratory for Gut-Immune-Brain Axis Research led by Sebastiaan De Schepper at VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology is recruiting a full-time flow cytometry specialist to profile immune cell populations along the gutbrain axis in both mouse models and human samples. The lab runs multiple exciting projects investigating how tissue-resident and trafficking immune cells along the gutbrain axis contribute to the onset and progression of neurodegenerative diseases.

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled flow cytometry technician with expertise in spectral flow cytometry including the design optimization and analysis of complex high-parameter panels. You will take a leading role in driving multiple projects and serve as a core resource for the team by supporting training and advising researchers. The work will involve diverse and challenging samples from both mouse models and human tissues.

Main responsibilities

Develop and implement high-dimensional spectral flow cytometry workflows from panel design to data interpretation
Oversee daily instrument operations including quality control maintenance stock management and protocol standardization
Provide hands-on experimental support to researchers across the lab assisting with study design sample preparation acquisition analysis and data visualization
Oversee tissue processing workflows including isolation digestion and optimization of single-cell suspensions for reliable immune profiling
Lead antibody validation titration strategies and troubleshooting to improve panel performance and reproducibility
Training mentoring and advising new and existing lab members
Ensure accurate documentation of experiments and communicate progress and findings regularly with the PI and senior postdocs
Assist with broader lab operations including oversight of mouse colonies reagent stocks and general laboratory logistics

Your profile

Essential Requirements

You hold a bachelors or professional degree in life sciences biomedical sciences or bio/industrial engineering with hands-on laboratory experience
You have expertise in spectral flow cytometry including multicolour panel design optimization and data analysis (e.g. FlowJo or similar software)
You have experience with analysing both human and murine samples
You are interested in supporting scientific research and multiple projects
You are highly organized detail-oriented and able to manage multiple experiments and priorities simultaneously
You are comfortable working independently while also contributing actively within a collaborative team environment
You are proactive solution-oriented and eager to troubleshoot and improve workflows
You are able to independently lead and coordinate cytometry-focused projects from planning to completion
You are a good communicator with strong written and spoken English skills
You are flexible and comfortable working in a dynamic international research setting

Desirable Requirements

PhD in biomedical sciences neuroscience immunology or a related field
Experience working with mouse models (FELASA B or C)
Programming skills in R and/or Python
Willing to lead projects independently

Our offer

Full-time position - We will initially start with a fixed term contract of one year with the opportunity to extend.
A central position and exciting job in a dynamic innovative and motivated team of scientists
The opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in an inspiring supportive and international environment.
Professional development through regular mentorship training opportunities and collaborative projects.
A competitive salary package and a stimulating work environment within the VIB-Center for Molecular Neurology.
Access to cutting-edge technologies and techniques
Hospitalization insurance
Pension plan
If you come to the lab by public transport; full reimbursement
If you come to the lab by bike; bike allowance of 0.30/km
Eco-cheques
Internet fee
Closing week between Christmas and New Year
Starting date: as soon as possible

How to apply

You can apply for this job through our online job portal (Apply for Flow Cytometry Specialist - VIB). Be sure to include the following attachments:

a detailed CV
a letter of motivation explaining why you are interested in our work and aspire the position of flow cytometry specialist
contact details of referees (if available)

As part of the VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology and VIB the applicant will benefit from established collaborations and access to centralized facilities with expertise in genomics functional genomics and cell biology proteomics cutting-edge microscopy structural biology technology development and bioinformatics.

VIB provides a highly interactive environment and ample training opportunities for its addition the VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology is located in the city of Antwerp the capital of Flanders offering a culturally and historically rich and ethnically diverse environment.

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DescriptionThe Laboratory for Gut-Immune-Brain Axis Research led by Sebastiaan De Schepper at VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology is recruiting a full-time flow cytometry specialist to profile immune cell populations along the gutbrain axis in both mouse models and human samples. The lab run...