Eurac Research is looking for a Lab-Technician for laboratory and
bioinformatics analysis

We are looking for a Lab-Technician with specialization in laboratory
analysis and in bioinformatics in the field of ancient DNA.  The candidate
must have technical laboratory experience with knowledge of how to
develop analysis protocols with some experience in the genetic analyses
of ancient remains and in the computational and statistical analyses of
genomic data. The candidate will work closely with the scientific staff
of Eurac Research, Institute for Mummy Studies.

Our Institute is internationally renowned for its research on the Iceman
and other mummified and skeletal human remains of different periods
from all over the world. The position will be in the framework of the
project FESR1060-MummyLabs 2.0 founded by Autonomous Province of Bolzano-
South Tyrol and co-funded by the European Union with the duration until
2027. One of the main aims of the project regards the optimization
of a protocol for the "service" from external requests (e.g. museums,
colleagues from other institutions) that includes laboratory and basic
bioinformatic analyses of the generated genetic data. The candidate will
work on these topics closely with the scientific staff of Eurac Research,
Institute for Mummy Studies.

Tasks
*       Plan and perform laboratory analyses
*       Perform computational and bioinformatic analyses
*       Working with the research team in service design

Requirements:
*       Master degree in Biology
*       Computational and statistical skills with expertise in ancient
        DNA analyses.
*       Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work both
        independently and collaboratively.
*       Proficiency in spoken and written English.

We offer:
We offer a one-year 75% part-time Lab-Technician position, starting in
September 2025.  The candidate will have the opportunity to work in a
stimulating multidisciplinary team composed of researchers from different
fields and countries and, moreover, to collaborate with scientists from
other national and international institutions.

How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application
(CV, cover letter and further relevant documents) here
https://eurac.onboard.org/mummies_lab_tech_22072025_evoldir by 06.08.2025

The project FESR1060-MummyLabs 2.0 has been funded by the Autonomous
Province of Bolzano/ Bozen South Tyrol and co-funded by the European
Union (European Regional Development Fund, FESR 2021-2027 second call
-priority 1 Smart of the Autonomous Province of Bolzano- South Tyrol,
CUP: D53C24002530009).

Cassar Renate <Renate.Cassar@eurac.edu>

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