Laboratory Technician for the Aquatics Facility

Laboratory Technician for the Aquatics Facility

Part Time (20 h/w)

Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria

EUR 20,600 * gross/year

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Your responsibilities

You will contribute to the expansion of our technical capabilities (e.g., cryopreservation) and enhancing user management (e.g., colony and line management).

• Develop, implement, and optimize laboratory workflows, including genotyping (e.g., tissue biopsies, DNA extraction, PCR), and cryopreservation
• Oversee the technical and resource management of aquatic systems, including monitoring water chemistry, filtration, and temperature control
• Provide support to animal caretakers with their daily tasks, such as feeding, breeding, and cleaning, as needed
• Manage animal handling software, ensuring proper user training and conducting regular checks on the quality of data entered into the system
• Collaborate closely with researchers to ensure the sustainable management of experimental lines and efficient use of space and resources
• Monitor animal welfare conditions and maintain accurate records
• Conceptualize, create, and implement rules, guidelines, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the smooth operation of the facility
• Participate in weekend shifts and on-call duties to ensure continuous facility operations, including addressing any urgent issues related to animal care or housing systems

• Degree in Biology, Zoology, or a related field and/or equivalent work experience
• Experience working with zebrafish, African clawed frog, or other aquatic model organisms is highly preferred
• Knowledge of aquatic systems management and basic animal care practices
• Experience in basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, etc.) is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• A strong commitment to research ethics and animal welfare standards
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Excellent command of English and German, written and spoken
• Willingness to work weekends and participate in on-call duties as required

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• Education & training
• Cafeteria
• Childcare
• Free shuttle bus
• Multiple health offers
• Pension insurance

This position comes with possible overpayment depending on education, qualification and work experience. ISTA processes your personal data in accordance with the law. For more information, please refer to ww www.ista.ac.at/data-protection.

Tel.: +43 (0) 2243 9000-0 www.ista.ac.at