Research Technician (m/f/d) – full time

QIMA Life Sciences is a life science department of QIMA (https://www.qima.com/life-sciences) and brings together QIMA Bioalternatives, Newtone Technologies, and Monasterium Laboratory to offer a comprehensive range of research solutions in dermatology and pharmacology.

Monasterium Laboratory is based in Münster, Germany, and is a research company specializing in pre-clinical and clinical services in dermatology for therapeutics, cosmeceutical, and nutraceutical applications, offering among other clinically relevant ex vivo and in vivo pre-clinical models and state-of-the-art techniques. Given the continuous growth of our company, we are seeking a team-orientated, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Staff Scientist full-time to join our team. For an example of our research projects please visit the website https://www.monasteriumlab.com/expertise/publications/.

The complete job opening application requires the submission of a CV, a list of publications, and 3 reference letters or the contacts of 3 referees. Job applications not including all these documents will not be considered.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

The main responsibility of this post is to provide technical support to complete projects undertaken at the lab under the supervision of the Project Officer in charge.

In our warm and welcoming company, you will be assigned with these main tasks:

• Hair follicle and skin organ culture
• Fixation and embedding of tissue
• Cryo and paraffin sections
• Performing various immunohistochemical stains and molecular biology techniques
  
• Use of immunofluorescence and light microscopy
• Taking images and performing image analysis, using various programs (e.g. BZ-Analyzer, BZ viewer, and ImageJ)
• General organization of the lab including planning regarding equipment and materials required, overseeing and maintaining stock of media, chemicals, and other consumables.
• Participating in scientific lab meetings and the organization of workshops

• Completed training as a Medical / Biological-technical assistant or an honors bachelor's degree in a relevant subject
• Good knowledge of immunohistochemistry and routine histology
• Good knowledge of Computer Skills and Microsoft Office
• Experience in biological research laboratories and with laboratory techniques
• Sound knowledge of English (Company language: English)
• Candidates with documented know-how and experience in skin and/or hair research will be preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Good coordination, time management, data collection and analysis
• Flexibility

What we offer:

• A temporary contract with the possibility of extension and eventually unlimited contract
• Individual career plan resulting in personal growth and stable, long-term employment
• Incorporation in a young and dynamic corporate environment
• Excellent learning and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment with diverse and passionate colleagues
• A company culture that values respect, diversity, and social responsibility 
• Company bonus package
• Advanced technology in a modern workplace Flexible working hours
• Team building activities, company outings, and parties to build camaraderie