1-year internship for a laboratory technologist/technician student at Aarhus University

The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at the innovative Universitetsbyen invites applications for a dedicated laboratory technician intern. Join our inclusive internship program and contribute meaningfully as a core member of a research team, mentored by Professor Simona Radutoiu.

We are at the forefront of researching plant-bacterial symbiosis with the goal of unlocking the full potential of both plants and bacteria to foster sustainable and climate-friendly agricultural practices. Our research is funded by ambitious programs, and our team consists of dedicated scientists and students committed to advancing knowledge and achieving project goals efficiently. Our research focuses on understanding the intricate interactions between plants and bacterial communities is pivotal in current research and agricultural needs.
1/2/2025 - 31/1/2026

Your Role:

• Help organize lab supplies for smooth research operations.
• Manage and organize large collections of bacterial cultures.
• Prepare DNA libraries, including extractions, PCR, purification, gel electrophoresis, and quantification.
• Participate in various plant experiments
• Learn the fine details of tissue culture.

What we expect from you?
We are seeking someone who is currently enrolled in the AP degree in Chemical and Biotechnical Science or similar.

Someone who is responsible, enthusiastic, proactive, detail-oriented, and a team player.

We invite students who are curious and eager to engage in research that requires both creativity and accuracy.

You will work in an international group, so it's important to enjoy communicating and interacting in a friendly and diverse work environment.
What We Offer:

• A lively and engaging research environment.
• Work with a large international research network.
• Gain hands-on experience with various legumes and crops like lotus japonicus, barley, wheat, maize, and cassava.
• Learn a wide range of plant analysis techniques, from single-cell to whole-plant studies.
• Receive training in advanced molecular biology, gene cloning, and similar.
• Engage in a mix of specialized research tasks and routine activities suited to your learning path.

Work place
Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus
Contact information
Alen Trgovcevic, [email protected].
Deadline
31/10/2024.

Formalities and salary range
Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.

Aarhus University
Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/

Department: Plantemolekylærbiologi/Plant Molecular Biology

Deadline: 31 October 2024

Location: Aarhus C Universitetsbyen 81