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.
- Excellent aseptic tissue/cell culture technique.
- Hands on experience in RT-qPCR and Western Blotting techniques.
- Knowledge for the preparation of essential laboratory buffers.
- Knowledge of immunocytochemistry.
Desirable:
- Expertise in genetic screening will be an asset.
- DNA isolation from bacterial cultures.
- Introduction of nucleic acids into mammalian cells using transfection methods.
- 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.
Employment Type:
Fixed Term Contract for 4 – 6 years (4 + 2) years after successful evaluation with possibility of further extension.
Application Procedure:
All applicants should:
- Submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV). (In English). You may provide a URL link or upload an pdf file in the upload section of the application form
- Submit a Cover letter in the provided space of the application form.
- Shortlisted candidates may be asked to submit contact details for the provision of References.