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We are looking for a Technical Assistant (f/m/d) with a strong background in molecular biology. This is a technically broad and demanding role: you will work across cell culture, CRISPR screens, molecular cloning, and NGS library preparation – all in the context of cutting-edge pediatric cancer research using patient-derived samples. If you thrive in a well-equipped lab, enjoy learning new techniques, and want your work to contribute directly to cancer research, this position is for you. Your responsibilities Perform and maintain cell culture work (including patient-derived cell lines and iPSCs) Conduct CRISPR screens and CRISPR editing Plasmid cloning and lentiviral plasmid packaging Generate NGS libraries from patient samples (bulk and single-cell-seq) Ensure accurate documentation of experiments and contribute to structured lab organization and workflow optimization Your profile What you bring for this position:  MSc or PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field (completed or close to completion) Proven experience in mammalian cell culture Experience with CRISPR/CRISPRi/a and/or NGS library preparation is a strong advantage Previous experience in a research laboratory (e.g. research assistant, lab technician) is beneficial Structured, proactive working style with strong organizational skills High level of reliability and ability to work both independently and collaboratively Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken); German is not required Our offer   State-of-the-Art Facilities: Benefit from access to infrastructure that supports your research and daily work Translational Research: Work directly with patient-derived tumor samples and in vitro models in a group that bridges wet-lab and computational science Inclusive & Purpose-Driven: Be part of an international workplace with a meaningful mission Collaborative Spirit: Join a young, motivated team that values open exchange, creativity and initiative Flexibility that fits your life: Benefit from flexible working hours, home office options and additional days off Prime Location: Work in the heart of Vienna – a European hub for biomedical research and a city known for its high quality of life A fair and attractive salary package starting at € 3.390,– gross (14x per year) on full-time basis with a view to increase based on your qualification and experience Who we are One of Europe’s leading institutions in the field of pediatric oncology, St. Anna Children’s Cancer Research Institute (St. Anna CCRI) investigates the biological foundations of cancer in children and adolescents. For almost 40 years, our multidisciplinary teams have been committed to developing innovative diagnostic approaches and personalized treatments aimed at further improving young patients’ chances of cure. In close collaboration with both national and international partners we combine scientific excellence with clinical relevance. We stand for responsible research, transparency and sustainable knowledge building. As an employer, we offer a state-of-the-art research environment, opportunities for professional development as well as a workplace culture that embraces diversity and appreciation. Work where it really matters and contribute to science that makes a difference. St. Anna CCRI is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing a work environment of mutual respect to everyone without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Find more information here: https://ccri.at/. Your application We are looking forward to your application! Applications should at least contain your Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter.  The application deadline is the 15.09.2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.  Your recruiting process A clear and appreciative application process is important to us – find out more here about the next steps. Contact information Vanessa Kühlvanessa.kuehl@ccri.at+436645401289 Application Form

Department of Science and Environment (DSE), Roskilde University, invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Molecular Biology, with employment from 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The Assistant Professor position is a four-year fixed-term appointment, whereas the Associate Professor position is a permanent position. Department of Science and Environment is one of four departments at Roskilde University. The department conducts basic and applied research within mathematics, medical biology, molecular biology, environmental sciences, chemistry, and physics. Bachelor and interdisciplinary Master programs are offered within these areas. The department consists of four sections, with the successful candidate becoming a part of the Section of Molecular and Medical Biology. This Section focuses on conducting research and teaching fundamental molecular biology topics, often with a biomedical or application-oriented approach. The Section conducts research within both eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms, exploring areas such as host-pathogen interactions, antimicrobial peptides, bacterial and human physiology, cell biology, cancer development, structural characterizations of proteins, and metabolic disorders. Their research utilizes a diverse range of molecular and biochemical techniques. The Department provides a well-established shared infrastructure equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including fluorescence confocal microscopy, digital PCR, mass spectrometry, HPLC, NMR, cell culturing, GMO2, and Biosafety Level 1 and 2 laboratories. The section is characterized by an informal and close collegial environment, including both staff and students and with many research and social activities to strengthen the work environment. Read more about the section atRead more https://ruc.dk/en/forskningsgruppe/molecular-and-medical-biology Responsibilities and tasksAs assistant professor or associate professor in molecular biology your main tasks are to carry out research and publish at a high international level as well as to undertake research-based teaching. You are expected to maintain a publication record in international journals in the field of molecular biology, define and pursue ambitious long-term research goals, and to engage actively in fostering a creative and productive research culture in the section. The Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to be willing and capable of teaching subjects that are central to the relevant curriculum. At Roskilde University half of the study work is in the form of interdisciplinary problem-oriented project learning (PPL) with extensive student involvement and responsibility. A significant part of your teaching tasks will therefore be in the form of supervision of project groups at both Bachelor and Master level. Finally, you are expected to actively engage in and contribute to everyday life of the department and development of the organization and work culture from section to university level, e.g. student recruitment initiatives and public dissemination, committee work etc. At assistant professor level you are expected to complete the educational training programme offered as a university didactic course for assistant professors at Roskilde University. At associate professor level you are expected to actively engage in external fundraising and to manage research projects including attracting, supervising and assessing PhD students. You are also expected to provide guidance and supervision of assistant professors and mentor junior researchers as well as take part in academic assessments and show academic leadership by developing and managing core educational tasks.  Applicants are referred to the university’s Faculty Expectations for specifications on the required level of qualifications within research, teaching, dissemination, administration, fundraising etc. (see Supplementary Sources at https://ruc.dk/en/working-roskilde-university)  The ideal candidate for the position is expected to establish an independent research profile within molecular biology, focusing on one or more areas related to: Research on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying host–microbe interactions and environmental influences in health and disease. Combining molecular biology with advanced in vitro systems, such as bacterial models, cell models, organoids, and organ-on-chip platforms, to understand disease mechanisms and develop novel diagnostics and therapies. In addition, the ideal candidate is expected to be enterprising and possessing good communication skills and to be a visible, involved participant in the department’s daily activities. Also being willing to engage in disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaboration across the department and outside of the department are sought for ambitions. QualificationsApplicants must hold a relevant PhD degree, e.g. in molecular biology. The position category applied for must be clearly stated in the application and documentation for scientific qualifications for either the assistant or the associate professor position is required.  Qualifications within the following areas are required (both applicant levels): An internationally recognized research profile in molecular biology Ability to secure external funding. Excellent networking capabilities Publication record in internationally recognized journals in the field International research experience Documented experience with teaching within molecular biology and  A strong interest in and experience with project-based teaching and interdisciplinary supervision Capability to teach at the BSc and MSc levels Exclusively for associate professor level applicants: If applying for a position as an associate professor the candidate should also meet the additional qualification requirements:  Documented experience with exams, course development, and student supervision and demonstrated engagement in pedagogical development. The documentation must be in the form of a teaching portfolio https://ruc.dk/en/teaching-portfolio  Demonstrated international research experience also addressing established research network Demonstrated ability to define and develop a research field; this can include a list of grant applications Candidates who are not native Danish speakers are expected to achieve a working knowledge of Danish within three years allowing them to read official documents in Danish and to participate in the mentioned administrative tasks, collaboration and networking. Roskilde University will make appropriate Danish classes available. AssessmentIn the assessment of the candidate, consideration (at both applicant levels) will be given to: Scientific quality, originality, productivity and creativity Research topic and research prospective (research plan of max 2 pages) Experience in relevant teaching and education development Engagement in own pedagogical development Other academic experience e.g. international experience and scientific network Willingness and ability to play an active role in our interdisciplinary environment In the assessment of candidates for associate professor level consideration will in addition to the above assessment areas be given to:  Scientific production beyond the contribution from the PhD Research prospective at an international level and the ability to promote and utilize research results Dedication to teaching and education, including pedagogical development in a

The Department of Science and Environment (DSE) at Roskilde University invites applications for the position of Associate Professor in in Comparative and Integrative Physiology, starting on 1 January 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter. DSE is one of four departments at Roskilde University. The Department conducts basic and applied research within Environmental Science, Medical Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. Bachelor, master, and PhD programs are offered within these areas. In accordance with the university strategy, research and education takes place in a collaborative and interdisciplinary university environment. Further, we encourage collaboration with the other internal university departments, covering social sciences and humanities where relevant, as well as external partners at regional, national, and international level. The Department is organized in four sections. The Associate Professor will be part of the Section for Environmental Dynamics and is expected to interact closely in both teaching and research with the Section of Molecular and Medical Biology. The Section of Environmental Dynamics currently comprises eight professors, associate professors and assistant professors, as well as a varying number of PhD students, postdoctoral researchers and technicians. Read more https://ruc.dk/en/research-group/environmental-dynamics  Responsibilities and tasksThe Associate Professor’s primary responsibilities will encompass research, including publication/academic dissemination and scientific communication, as well as research-based teaching with associated examination obligations. The position will strengthen molecular and mechanistic research and teaching in comparative and integrative physiology, spanning human, animal, environmental and stress biology. The successful candidate will support stronger connections between organismal physiology, ecology, evolution, and biodiversity research, as well as leveraging emerging omics technologies. The Associate Professor is expected to be both willing and capable of teaching subjects that are central to the curriculum in Environmental Biology and Molecular Biology (both BSc level) and Environmental Science (MSc level). Additionally, the position requires the sharing of knowledge with society at large, including participation in public debates and outreach activities. Furthermore, the Associate Professor is expected to secure research grants, manage research projects, provide guidance and supervision to early-career researchers (e.g. postdoctoral researchers and assistant professors), and participate in academic assessments and other tasks as requested by the Department.  Applicants are encouraged to review the university’s Faculty expectations at Working at Roskilde University | Roskilde University for specific details regarding the required qualifications in research, teaching, networking, fundraising, impact, outreach, etc. The ideal candidate for the position is expected to: Conduct fundamental and/or applied research in the field of comparative and integrative physiology, within fields of relevance to and with a solid basis in Section of Environmental Dynamics, and with interest in establishing (interdisciplinary) research areas of relevance to Section of Molecular and Medical Biology Be enterprising, possess strong communication skills, and be a visible and engaged participant in the department’s daily activities,  Be willing to engage in disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond the department, including with external partners in securing research grants. QualificationsApplicants must hold a relevant PhD degree, for example in Biology, with a strong emphasis on zoology and animal physiology, and qualifications corresponding to those expected after a period of employment as an Assistant Professor in the field of animal (eco)-physiology combined with experience with molecular methods.  The candidate should demonstrate the following research characteristics: An internationally recognized research profile in animal ecophysiology  Experience in one or more molecular methods (e.g. metabolomics, proteomics, enzyme kinetics, eDNA, population genetics, bioinformatics) A strong profile in interdisciplinary research (e.g. integrating knowledge across biology and physiology with one or more of the fields ecotoxicology, cell and molecular biology, stress biology, population biology, biodiversity, climate change ecology, data analysis or neuroscience) In addition, desirable qualifications encompass: Documented research experience in the field of comparative and integrative physiology Experience with environmental monitoring and biodiversity research will be an advantage Broad interest in animal models – in terrestrial as well as aqueous ecosystems Competence in research and teaching within data analysis and modelling Candidates are not expected to meet every criterion listed above. Additional qualifications of particular interest include: Ability to secure external funding. Excellent networking capabilities. An interest in and preferably experience with project-based teaching and interdisciplinary supervision. Experience in teaching subjects within animal ecophysiology, human physiology and zoological taxonomy at the bachelor and master levels. The successful candidate should be capable of teaching at the B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. levels, as well as supervising student-led projects in a multidisciplinary setting Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Candidates who are not native Danish speakers are expected to achieve a working knowledge of Danish within three years enabling them to read official documents in Danish and participate in the administrative tasks, collaboration activities and networking described above. Roskilde University will make appropriate Danish classes available. AssessmentIn the assessment of the candidates, consideration will be given to: The relevance of the research topics undertaken by the candidate. The candidate’s scientific output and potential for future research at an international level. The ability to generate, promote, and utilize research outcomes effectively. Experience in securing external funding and managing research projects in collaboration with external partners, including public authorities, private companies, and non-governmental organizations. Expertise in teaching and educational development within the relevant field. Strong teaching qualifications, including experience with project-based learning and interdisciplinary teaching. Academic experience, such as peer reviewing or editing academic papers, and organizing research conferences or seminars. Experience in building professional networks, familiarity with relevant research environments, and strong collaborative abilities. The capacity to contribute to the advancement of the department’s internal and external cooperation and collaborations. QuestionsFor further information about the position, please contact please contact Head of Department of Science and Environment Susanne Sørensen on tel. (+45) 4674 2111 or email: susa@ruc.dk and/or Head of the Environmental Dynamic section Kristian Syberg on tel. (+45) 4674 3776 or e-mail: ksyberg@ruc.dk.  Terms of employmentThe employment is full-time, and you will refer to Head of Department of Science and Environment Susanne Sørensen. The position will be filled according to the Agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC) and Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities.   According to the Pay Transparency Directive,