Student Job in Microscopy Facility: Digital Infrastructure Support
- Minimal Employment
- Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria
- € 512* gross/month for 8 h/week - employment possible for up to 12 months
Your Responsibilities
The Imaging and Optics Facility (IOF) of ISTA provides an elaborate state-of-the-art machine park for microscopy, flow cytometry, as well as custom image analysis and optical development services. The task for the new team member is to assist in updating the digital infrastructure and in developing and implementing database management tools:
- Update digital information platforms, that include facility website, intranet, quality control & inventory databases
- Supervised development and implementation of new database management routines
- Assist in the development of a “Quality Control System Dashboard” that provides an overview of quality control and maintenance metrics
Your Profile
- Enrolled in BSc or MSc program in Information Technology, Life Science, Physics or Neuroscience (or equivalent)
- Basic experience in information handling and digital content (website management; database management)
- Basic knowledge of programming languages (e.g. Python; Matlab; R) is of advantage
- Affinity for microscopy techniques (e.g. Brightfield; Fluorescence; Confocal microscopy) and Image Analysis (Image J)
- Reliable, precise and conscientious approach to work
- Eagerness to learn and to develop your skills
- Ability to independently take over small projects
- Good command of English (working language: English)
ISTA is growing. Grow with us!
Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world-class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment. Get an insight!
ISTA promotes a diverse and inclusive working environment and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all applicants, free of discrimination. All employment decisions at ISTA are based on job requirements, qualifications, merit and organizational needs. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
Your benefits
*This position comes with possible overpayment depending on education, qualification and work experience. For more information on how ISTA processes your personal data, please refer to www.ista.ac.at/data-protection.