Scientific Assay Developer and Core Facility Manager of the DrugVision.AI platform

As Scientific Assay Developer and Core Facility Manager, you lead the development of next-generation organoid-based phenotypic assays and co-manage the daily operation of the DrugVision.AI screening facility, together with the laboratory technician(s) and the head of the platform. This multidisciplinary role combines experimental biology, laboratory automation, high-content microscopy, artificial intelligence and scientific project management.

The position includes the following tasks:

You organise activities in assay development and high-content phenotypic screening and are responsible for the preparation, follow-up and execution of the technical, logistical and administrative processes that are part of the internal operations of the DrugVision.AI core facility at the University of AntwerpYou design, optimise and validate phenotypic assays using patient-derived organoids and advanced 3D cell models. An extensive tumor organoid biobank is available. You plan and execute automated scr…

You have a professional or academic Bachelor in biomedical sciences, biotechnology, bio-engineering, biology, pharmaceutical sciences or an equivalent field, or equivalent competences gained through prior work experience. You have hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture. Experience with patient-derived organoids and/or advanced 3D cell models is a must. You have proven experience in assay development, phenotypic screening and/or high-content imaging, and you enjoy systematic assay optimisation and troubleshooting with a continuous improvement mindset. You have a clear interest in labor…

Groepsverzekering

Maaltijdcheques

Internetvergoeding / Abonnement

Extra-legale vakantiedagen

Parking

Tussenkomst openbaar vervoer

Eco Cheque

Opleiding

Thuiswerk

What you will be working with

An extensive patient-derived tumour organoid biobank, covering multiple tumour types with associated clinical and molecular data, and advanced 3D culture technologies. State-of-the-art laboratory automation: PAA KX-2 robotic arm, Cytomat™ automated incubator, Opentrons OT-2, Tecan D300e and Dispendix I.DOT.S dispensers. High-content and live-cell imaging: Tecan Spark Cyto and ZEISS Celldiscoverer…