The laboratory for neuro-immunology of pain is hosted in the Center of Translational Immunology (CTI) at the UMC Utrecht. The group of Eijkelkamp is composed of an international team of researchers that are actively collaborating on projects to better understand chronic pain and develop novel therapeutic strategies to kill pain and inflammation. The CTI is a well-facilitated department with experts in all fields of immunology, and is embedded in the focus area ‘Infection and Immunology’ of the UMC Utrecht. We are structured to facilitate bench-to-bedside research. The CTI, or within the UMCU/UU, we have a state-of-the-art flow cytometry, imaging, mass spectrometry, and RNA sequencing facilities.

We are looking for talented and highly motivated technician with an HBO degree in laboratory sciences, preferably expertise in molecular biology. You have excellent experimental skills and experience in molecular techniques, cell culture (preferable experience with human iPSC-Derived neurons), and flow cytometry. Affinity with neuro-immunology is preferred as well as the willingness and certification to perform animal experiments. You should have good communication skills, be flexible, and be a good team player.

• A salary between € 3064 and € 4340 gross per month (salary scale 7M), based on full-time employment (36 hours).
• Year-end bonus of 8.3% and holiday allowance of 8%.
• Pension insurance with ABP. We take care of approximately 70% of the monthly contribution.
• 100% public transport reimbursement. Are you coming on foot, by bike or by car? You will then receive a reimbursement of € 0.18 per km (by car up to a max. of 40 km one way).
• Possibilities to develop yourself personally and professionally.
• The option to select additional employment benefits in exchange for gross salary, such as purchasing a bicycle and memberships.