Vacancy Research Technician | Translational Metabolic Laboratory

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated all-around Research Technician to join our dynamic and collaborative team. Our mission? To better understand the molecular mechanisms driving dysfunctional sugar metabolism and protein glycosylation in human genetic diseases affecting the muscle and the brain. Are you our new colleague?

Using patient-derived stem cell and knockout cell models and mouse tissues, we apply cutting-edge metabolomics and (glyco)proteomics to dissect disease mechanisms in rare genetic metabolic disorders. Our ultimate goal: translating fundamental insights into better diagnostics and new therapies for patients.

As a key player in our team, your daily activities will include, but are not limited to cell culture, cell-based assays, metabolite extraction from mouse tissues, stable and transient transfections, and cytochemical stainings and microscopy, and possibly targeted mass spectrometry. You will be responsible for designing, planning, and executing your own experiments independently, as well as analyzing and reporting your results and ideas in close collaboration with the group. You will be supporting several projects at once so we are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic work environment, and enjoys jumping into different challenges while still keeping the bigger picture in mind.

Place of work

The Department of Human Genetics consists of three main sections: Clinical Genetics, Genome Research, and Genome Diagnostics. With respect to metabolic disorders, our theme focuses on a broad spectrum of inherited metabolic and neurological diseases, including glycosylation and mitochondrial disorders. In the area of scientific research, we collaborate closely with Genome Research and with the Departments of Pediatrics and Neurology.

Our Translational Metabolic Laboratory (TML) integrates patient care, research, and education, with an emphasis on developing new diagnostics through functional genomics, metabolomics, proteomics, and glycomics. We are committed to innovating the diagnostics of metabolic diseases through the application of these omics technologies. Our goal is to improve patient care and to maintain our strong international position in research and diagnostics.

Radboudumc
Welcome to Radboud university medical center (Radboudumc), where our research groups strive for innovative solutions that make impact on health and healthcare. We challenge the status quo to overcome current and future health challenges. Our goal is to shape the future of healthcare for generations to come. Our focus is on prevention, sustainability, and meaningful care, which we achieve through our in-depth understanding of disease mechanisms, clinical science, public health research, medical technology and data science. Our approach is centered on breakthroughs that can truly enhance personalized healthcare and public health. 

At Radboudumc, a comprehensive range of research programs provide the compass for our research efforts. Each program has a clear goal, where collaboration within and outside our organization is highly valued. We integrate care, education and research in partnership with our patients to ensure that our research programs have significant impact on health and healthcare. We invite you to join us in our mission to create a healthy future for all.

Profile

You bring not only technical skills, but also curiosity, creativity, and energy to the table. You are proactive and take initiative, you enjoy helping others, and value collaboration just as much as independence. You are hard-working, motivated, communicative, and adaptable, while keeping your eye on the scientific goals.

Your profile:

• A completed HLO or BSc/MSc degree in biomedical sciences, life sciences, or a related field.
• Proven experience in mammalian cell culture is a prerequisite.
• Hands-on experience with different molecular biology, cell-based techniques such as  CRISPR-Cas9, western blot, PCR, electrophoresis, immunohistochemistry is an advantage.
• Self-motivated, structured work ethic with attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Results-oriented, flexible, and with a team-first mindset.

Employment conditions

At Radboud university medical center, you build on your future. We are committed to providing the best care, education, and research. And we are true to our word, because we help you develop and seize opportunities and give you the room to grow. As an employer, we believe that employees should feel vital and happy at work in all stages of life. We are also committed to creating a healthy and safe working environment. Our employment conditions contribute to that. What we offer:

• A gross monthly salary between € 3.020 and € 4.041 (scale 7) for full-time employment (36 hours per week). You will also receive an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and, depending on the position, an allowance of 47% to 72% for working irregular hours.
• 176 vacation hours per year based on a 36-hour working week. 

And there is more..

• An Employment Conditions Selection Model, allowing you to use part of your employment conditions to your choosing. For example, you can use your gross salary to purchase additional vacation hours or hours for providing informal caregiving. Or, for example, you can use your gross end-of-year bonus to purchase a bicycle, so you pay less tax.
• Plenty of opportunities for personal development. You can take a variety of courses in our online learning environment. 
• Your well-being and vitality are a priority. For example:
  • Save time for work-life balance leave. 
  • You can enjoy unlimited access to a variety of activities five days a month and take advantage of all the facilities at Radboud Sport & Culture for only €27.05 per month (instead of €41)
  • Healthy Professionals program to help you manage your energy. 
  • Company Support Team and a personal coach if you are going through a life-changing event.
  • Financially beneficial working less through a Generation Scheme as you approach state pension age.
• Support in achieving a good work-life balance at every stage of your life. Examples:
  • Advice and courses on, for example, 'Millennial dilemmas' and 'Your Career After 57'.
  • Activities at our own mindfulness center.
  • Informal caregiving consultations if you have questions about juggling work and caregiving responsibilities at home.
• In addition to statutory pregnancy and maternity leave, Radboud university medical center offers 26 weeks of parental leave, nine of which are paid. In addition, as a partner you can take a maximum of five weeks of supplementary partner leave. During supplementary partner leave and parental leave, we supplement the UWV benefit up to 100% of your salary.
• Pension accrual at the ABP Pension Fund. Radboud university medical center pays 70% of the pension premium. 
• Discounts on supplementary packages of two group health insurances and ten other types of insurance, from home insurance to legal assistance.
• An allowance for your commuting costs of € 0.18 per km up to a maximum of 40 km one way. If you use public transport to commute, we will fully reimburse the public transport costs (2nd class). If you regularly work from home, you will receive a working from home allowance of € 2.40 per day.

Application procedure

Are you ready to think further for our patients and our care? We would like to receive your application before 12 August 2025. We will then contact you shortly. The job interviews takes place in September 2025.

Good to know

• This position requires a Certificate of Conduct (VOG).
• You can find more information about our application procedure and frequently asked questions on our website.
• Will you be our new colleague? Then you will be given the time and space to get to know your role, your workplace, and your colleagues. An induction day for all new colleagues is an integral part of your onboarding program. 

We are recruiting for this position ourselves. Unsolicited marketing is not appreciated, but do feel free to share the vacancy in your network!

Contact

Any questions? Or wondering what it is like to work at Radboudumc? Then email to Trisha Tee, postdoc. Use the Apply button to submit your application.