EMBL's site in Italy is a centre for research in Epigenetics and Neurobiology.Research Technician - Neuroscience Scientific Services and SupportRome, ItalyEMBL is Europe's life sciences laboratory – an intergovernmental organisation with more than 110 independent research groups and service teams covering the spectrum of molecular biology. It operates across six sites in Heidelberg (headquarters), Barcelona, Cambridge, Grenoble, Hamburg and Rome. Our mission is to perform basic research in molecular biology; train scientists, students and visitors at all levels; offer vital services to scientists in the public and private sectors within the member states; develop new instruments and methods; and engage actively in technology transfer.EMBL Rome hosts six independent research groups addressing fundamental questions in the area of epigenetics and neurobiology and operates four core facilities that provide key research support. EMBL Rome shares its research campus with the Italian National Research Council (CNR) Institute for Biochemistry and Cell Biology (IBBC).About the team/jobThe Gross group at EMBL Rome is looking for a Research Technician who will participate in neuroscience research as part of an interdisciplinary team of young scientists working within a highly collaborative international environment. The Gross group uses a combination of in vivo and in vitro electrophysiology, ethological behavior assessment, and molecular genetics neural monitoring and manipulation tools to study how social behaviors in mice are controlled and adapted to a changing environment. The person appointed to this position will be responsible for supporting and collaborating with other members of the team and will have demonstrated expertise in some or all of the following methods: in vivo electrophysiology, in vivo calcium imaging, optogenetics, histology, and rodent behavior assessment and analysis.Your role In addition to the above tasks, the postholder will have a key role in general laboratory management and organization, the maintenance of laboratory supplies and equipment, training of lab members in essential techniques, supervision of trainees where needed, and the provision of general support for group members throughout their scientific projects.Grading: 4-5-6 depending on experience and qualificationsExperience in neuroscience research or related technical fieldExpertise in animal husbandry, surgery, and behavioral testingExpertise or demonstrated interest in applying in vivo neural recording and manipulation techniquesExcellent communication skills and fluency in EnglishYou might also have Technical skills in the design, construction, or operation of custom electromechanical devicesExperience in laboratory management (purchasing, equipment and event organization, technical training)EMBL is curiosity-driven, community-oriented and international. As an inclusive, equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity enables us to collaborate more effectively and be innovative in our approaches. We are, therefore, committed to creating an inclusive and flexible culture - one where everyone can realise their full potential and make a positive contribution to our organisation.We encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing team – we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and personal experiences reflect the diversity of the populations that our science serves. We actively encourage applications from all genders and cultures, ethnic groups and all demographics to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights at this transformational point in our people strategy.EMBL offers attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation with a very collegial and family-friendly working environment. Competitive salary and social security benefits, financial support for relocation, a relaxed culture, professional development and other staff facilities make EMBL a great place to work.** Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply nevertheless.What else you need to know We are Europe's research laboratory for the life sciences – an intergovernmental organisation performing scientific research in disciplines including molecular biology, physics, chemistry and computer science. We are an international, innovative and interdisciplinary laboratory with more than 1900 employees from many nations, operating across six sites, in Heidelberg (HQ), Barcelona, Hinxton near Cambridge, Hamburg, Grenoble and Rome.Our mission is to offer vital services in training scientists, students and visitors at all levels; to develop new instruments and methods in the life sciences and actively engage in technology transfer activities, and to integrate European life science research. The working language of the institute is English.In your online application, you will be asked to include a cover letter and a CV. Please indicate in the cover letter which skills you have and in which tasks you would like to be involved.Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed up to 9 years in total, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we implement best practices in research assessment in our recruitment processes here.Please apply online through: www.embl.org/jobsJoin a community of world-class researchers and skilled professionals working together to uncover the secrets of life. We offer attractive conditions and benefits to attract and retain the brightest talent.The European Molecular Biology Laboratory is a single organisation spread across six European sites. Each site hosts its own research units, services, and facilities.We conduct world-class excellent biological research, provide training for students and scientists, and provide state-of-the-art technologies for a wide range of scientific and experimental services.#J-18808-Ljbffr
