Laboratory Technician

Explorers wanted!

Are you fascinated by enzymes, biotechnology and genetics?
Do you want to work on exciting science projects with your colleagues in the lab?
Have you ever dreamt of creating products that help make the world more sustainable and more productive?

Then you've come to the right place.

Aminoverse is a young biotech company in Nuth, Netherlands close to the German and Belgian border. We are committed to pushing the scientific frontier in enzyme science for our clients which include innovative start-ups and renowned corporations worldwide.

We are seeking a highly reliable, detail-oriented, and organized Laboratory Technician to join our team in a microbiology laboratory from 01.01.2024. As a Laboratory Technician, you will be mainly responsible for ensuring the provision of all essential laboratory resources, including buffers, media, agar plates, and competent cells, to support the research and development activities in our lab. Your role will be crucial in maintaining the smooth operation of the laboratory and supporting scientific projects.

Your tasks and responsibilities:

• Prepare and sterilize various types of media and buffers according to established protocols.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
• Utilize electronic lab notebook software to record all media and buffer preparations, including batch numbers, dates, quantities, and any deviations from standard procedures.
• Preparation of competent cells and performance of quality control tests to assess the competency of prepared cells.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot routine laboratory equipment.
• Provide assistance in warehouse operations, including receiving, inspecting, and organizing incoming shipments.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and guidelines, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, decontamination procedures, and maintenance of clean work areas.
• Participate in regular safety training sessions and stay up-to-date with biosafety guidelines and regulations.

What you ideally bring with you:

• A completed apprenticeship as a MBO/HBO/BTA/CTA/MTA or a completed B.Sc. degree in a comparable field
• Pleasure in clean and precise work
• Reliability and the desire to take responsibility for your own work
• Openness to software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and laboratory programmes for laboratory equipment as well as electronic laboratory books
• The goal of working in a start-up company for the long-term
• Fluency in English language
• Work experience helps, but is not a must. We are open to talents at the start of their career

You can expect:

• A brand-new biological safety level 1 laboratory from 2020
• A young, dynamic team with a flat hierarchy that works together for 10 years
• A really friendly and pleasant atmosphere including team events and birthday cakes
• A standard Dutch 1-year full-time contract (35-40h/week) with a 1-month probation period and the prospect of a permanent position - we are interested in the long-term and hope you are too! (Every employee so far ended up with a permanent contract)
• 30 days of flexible holidays per year
• 2 days free lunch per week on optional basis
• Net salary >2000 € per month
• Have we already mentioned the great team?

We caught your attention?

Then we look forward to receiving your application including a motivational letter in German or English and meeting you personally.

Please submit all the documents (CV and motivational letter) through the "Apply now"-Button.

In case of questions about the application process feel free to reach out via Het emailadres op click.appcast.io bekijken.