The
Experimental and Translational Ophthalmology Department of the University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is a leading eye research laboratory in Germany that focuses on the pathogenesis of various ophthalmic diseases. Our department features a well-equipped cell culture and protein-biochemistry laboratory with conventional electrophoretic systems, as well as a state-of-the-art mass spectrometry system for protein profiling and biomarker identification (
www.eye-research.org).
Master student - development Scientist - Lateral Flow Assays
Activities and responsibilities
The candidate will be required to participate in all aspects of the work we do in our laboratories including the development of new assays, the production of our existing assays and the general management of the laboratory.
Qualification profile
- You have successfully completed a bachelor degree in natural sciences (biology, biotechnology, molecular medicine, life science or related courses) and are looking to expand your range of work skills.
- You have a good technical understanding and strong interest in the area of lateral flow assays
- you have basic knowledge of immunology, ideally antigen-antibody response and microarray analyses.
- You are interested in establishing and further developing methods, are highly motivated and able to develop new approaches on state-of-the-art equipment independently and in a problem-oriented manner.
- You are a team player, but also work independently.
- You also have a sufficiently good knowledge of English.
We offer
- We offer a modern laboratory with all the necessary equipment, as well as good support and training within our interdisciplinary working group and a collegial environment, as well as a very close cooperation with industry.
- Training in the expanding field of Lateral Flow Assay Technology.