Research Assistant in Stem Cell Medicine

1 week ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet (KU) Full time

The Københavns Universitet (KU) is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join the Jensen group at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will play a pivotal role in the development of cutting-edge stem cell therapies for patients with ulcerative colitis.

Company Overview

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine (reNEW) is an international consortium of leading research institutions, including the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, Murdoch Children's Research Institute in Melbourne, Australia, and Leiden University Medical Center in Leiden, The Netherlands. Our mission is to harness the therapeutic potential of stem cell medicine by addressing fundamental questions in stem cell and developmental biology and translating research findings into products that help patients with incurable disorders.

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and outstanding candidate with a background in cellular and molecular biology to support the exciting journey towards a clinical trial of a stem cell therapy for treatment of patients with ulcerative colitis. Key activities include adapting current cell culture conditions to be GMP compatible, developing standard operating procedures for culturing intestinal epithelial organoids, supporting the transition from the laboratory to a GMP facility, establishing transplantation methods suitable for patients, evaluating safety and efficacy of the cellular products, and establishing quality control and release criteria measurement of the cellular product.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • A Master's degree in Life Sciences and experience from a relevant field such as stem cell biology and regenerative medicine.
  • A strong background in cellular and molecular biology, with a FELASA EU function ABD license seen as a strong advantage.
  • Previous experience with culturing human intestinal organoids is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with suspension cultures and tissue dissociation will be advantageous.
Benefits

We offer a stimulating, challenging, and multifaceted research environment, a supportive team to work and collaborate with, possibilities for continued education and training, attractive employment conditions, and a centrally located workplace.

Salary and Terms of Employment

The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week. Salary is estimated to be around €45,000 - €60,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. Terms of employment are in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.



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