[CLOSED] RESEARCH ASSISTANT – Molecular Basis of Cancer

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This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious research assistant to join the group of Professor Rami Aqeilan at the Cyprus Cancer Research Institute (CCRI).

Reports To:
The post holder will report to Professor Rami Aqeilan (Group Leader)

Job Overview:
The successful applicant will carry out scientific research in the field of Molecular Basis of Cancer Research under Professor Aqeilan’s supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in the laboratory’s day-to-day activities, projects, meetings, and procedures.
  • Perform experiments as required by the Group Leader.
  • Keep appropriate experimental records and documentation.
  • Participate in the generation of scientific reports.
  • Hold regular meetings with the Postdoctoral Scientists of the team and with the Group Leader to present & analyse results.
  • Procure and maintain stocks of experimental reagents/materials and keep a lab inventory.
  • Operate and maintain equipment and instruments.
  • Work closely with other CCRI scientists to conduct collaborative research, share ideas and find solutions to scientific problems.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, Cell Biology, Cancer Research, or a related field.
  • A master’s degree in a related field will be considered an advantage.

Specialist knowledge and skills:

Essential:

  • Research laboratory experience in a relevant field.
  • Good understanding of the biology of normal and malignant cells.

Desirable:

  • Expertise in genetic screening will be an asset.
  • Knowledge of animal handling and working with mice.
  • Bioinformatics skills are highly preferred.

Personal attributes:

  • Enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, adaptability, dedication, and hard-working ethos.
  • Ability to think critically, work independently and communicate ideas.
  • Ability to work in a team and value others.

Fluency in English is essential. Fluency in Greek will be an advantage.

Application Procedure:

All applicants should:

  1. Submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV). (In English)
  2. Submit a Cover letter.
  3. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to submit contact details for the provision of References.

All applications should be submitted via email at  mentioning the job position code: CCRI_24_JP-2111 with email Subject: “Application [full name] for the position code CCRI_24_JP-2111”.

Applications Closing Date: 11th March 2024

Contact Information:

Cyprus Cancer Research Institute (C.C.R.I.)
CCRI “Nicola David – Pinedo Building”
1 University Avenue, 2109 Aglantzia, Nicosia, Cyprus
Email.: 
Tel.: +357 22 033000

The full text of this call for applications can be found in the pdf file below.

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