The technology platform ‘Protein Crystallography Core Facility’ (http://pcrycf.epfl.ch<http://pcrycf.epfl.ch/>) of Life Sciences Faculty is opening a fixed-term position for a highly motivated
Technician / Research assistant The mission of the platform is to provide instrumentation and expertise at every stage of the protein structure determination process for research groups, both in-house and in the Lake Geneva Area. The suitable candidate will be involved in the complete crystal structure determination pipeline, in close collaboration with researchers leading the projects. This includes crystallization and crystal optimization, as well as X-ray crystal screening, data collection, data processing and structure determination and analysis. He/She will operate, provide training and maintain the heavy instruments of the platform. The successful candidate will also be responsible for ordering consumables and keeping the laboratory in good condition. The candidate is expected to have a technical or masters degree in Biochemistry, Biology or related disciplines. Computational skills for performing structure determination and analysis will be an asset. The applicant should be rigorous, reliable, well organized and have the flexibility needed for working in a service-oriented context. Fluency in reading and speaking English is anecessity in the EPFL multicultural environment. The suitable candidate will be initially hired on a two-year contract, with a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. EPFL is an equal opportunity employer. Starting date:September 1st, 2014 or to be discussed. Activity rate: 50-70%. Duration: 2 years, renewable. Sending of applications (full CV, a statement of interest and relevant references from previous positions) electronically to: candidature...@epfl.ch<mailto:candidature...@epfl.ch>, by email only. Please use the position title and the reference 4278/SV in the “subject” field. http://emploi.epfl.ch/page-111893-en.html
