genetics | norlux

Main activities:

Carry out a research project on the genetic characterization of malignant gliomas
Prepare relevant manuscripts and publish the results obtained
Participate in the execution of related research projects in the lab
Evaluate research results for patent filing together with TTO and head of lab
Disseminate results through participation in congresses
Be involved in the training and supervision of technicians, master students and PhD students (if applicable)
Where appropriate establish internal and external cooperations for the implementation of the project
Establish and disseminate the bibliography to other researchers, students and technicians
Participate in the activities and objectives of the laboratory and integrate into the teamwork

Main professional relations:

Functional reporting line: Head of Laboratory (PI)
All scientific and technical decisions are taken by the PI of the research project in close collaboration with the researcher
Internal: the Norlux team, other researchers of the Luxembourg Institute of Health, Administrative and Technical Services
External: dealing with external professional contacts as defined by research projects

Obligations:

Follow the organizational procedures set up by the Luxembourg Institute of Health
Respect the professional secrecy and the confidentiality of all the information brought to attention during the work performance
Respect intellectual property rights and refrain from plagiarizing scientific documents
Respect the ethical standards and the code of good conduct generally accepted in the profession

Replacement:

In case of absence, the researchers makes sure that a technician or colleague can take over relevant tasks

Diploma, Scientific competence, Work experience:

Doctorate of science (PhD) in molecular biology, biochemistry or related area
A strong background in molecular biology, as well as a keen interest in brain tumour research are required
Significant expertise in next generation sequencing, array comparative genomic hybridization and similar relevant molecular technologies, as well as large scale data analysis are an asset
Rigor, motivation, scientific creativity and originality, writing skills, conciseness, sense of priority and sense of human relations
Languages: fluent command of English (oral and written), knowledge of additional languages of the European Union are an asset