Careers
Join a scientifically oriented organization with an emphasis on continuous innovation.
- TechnicianVASCage, a research center with a focus on vascular ageing and stroke, is recruiting for a technician. With a strong team of international experts, they develop innovative intervention strategies for early prevention, diagnosis, therapy, and rehabilitation. The project “Functional Mitochondrial Diagnostics” aims to develop protocols and quality management for high-resolution respirometry measurements as a diagnostic service. In your role as Technician, under the supervision of a PostDoc, you will collaborate closely with us (Oroboros Instruments) as their company partner.
Responsibilities:
- Respirometry measurements with HEK293 T cells and PBMCs by high-resolution respirometry.
- Analytical measurements on biological samples: Cell count, protein content, spectrophotometric determination of enzyme activities
- Application, evaluation and development of protocols, software testing
- Data analysis
- Cell culture and sample preparation, production of buffers, chemicals and media
- Quality Control of instruments
- Ordering and stock maintenance
- Maintaining equipment records and work logs
Requirements:
- Completed training as lab technician or alternatively completed a university degree in biological sciences with lab experience
- Open-minded, creative and motivated personality with a proactive approach
- Flexibility & willingness to occasionally work weekends (compensated) when required
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Self reliant with attention to detail and careful working method
- Proficiency in English
What you can expect:
- Exciting projects, challenges, and a variety of activities in the job
- Flexible working hours
- Performance-oriented salary
- Teamwork in a highly motivated, interdisciplinary team
To apply: Please address your application (motivation letter, CV and relevant certificates in a single PDF – document) to Manuela Bock-Bartl (manuela.bock-bartl@vascage.at) and office@vascage.at, as well as the project manager at Oroboros instruments, Verena Laner (verena.laner@oroboros.at).
In addition to the specific open positions described above, we accept speculative applications for innovation, new projects and reinforcement of our teams. Let us know if you are interested in joining …
- the Oroboros Communication Ninjas
- the Oroboros Sales Athletes
- the Oroboros Bioenergetics Adventurers
… and how you consider to enrich our vision and empower our mission. We want our team to develop the skills to do exactly what inspires you personally.
To apply: Please send your application including a motivation letter, CV and two reference letters to Mag. Biol. Verena Laner: welcome@oroboros.at
Why work at Oroboros?
Do more than just joining a team – make an impact in solving basic-research questions about cancer, diabetes, aging, neurodegeneration, exercise physiology and mitochondrial medicine. Make your impact for a sustainable future.
Company benefits
The company
Environmentally conscious in the products we chose – repair instead of replace
Balance family and work with paid parental leave, options for reduced, flexible hours and remote working
All activities from production to programming take place in Tyrol while we interact with customers around the globe
Our independence allows to prioritize customer focus and maintain affordable prices
The team
We are an engaged and friendly international team
We actively welcome visiting international researchers
Regular team events foster spirit, while international conferences expand your network
Different perspectives are valued to make informed and effective decisions
The facilities
Well-equipped kitchen and dining area available for use to all employees
Roll away any tension with the on-site Ergophysion TensionTerminator (www.ergophysion.com)
Easily accessible by bike or public transportation, shared parking spaces available
Enjoy lunch and coffee breaks on the terrace with views of the local mountains
Work / Life
Get support on your public transportation ticket
Reduce commutes
with options to work
from home
up to two days / week
We offer support for educational training to help our team to excel
Enhance work/life balance with flexible hours, and Friday afternoons off, and a monthly flexiday for overtime compensation
Did we mention we are located in beautiful Innsbruck? Nestled in the Tyrolian Alps, Innsbruck and the surrounding area offer the highest quality of life standards in Austria, combining the unique alpine setting with an excellent infrastructure. High living standards include international schools, an excellent health care system, political stability, breath-taking views and outdoor sport activities right on the doorstep.
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