Bedrijfsdetails

The Brussels University Hospital (H.U.B.) includes the Erasmus Hospital, the Jules Bordet Institute, and the Queen Fabiola University Children's Hospital (HUDERF). Established in 2021 on the initiative of the City of Brussels and the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), this major university hospital group provides high-quality and accessible healthcare, as well as excellence in education and research. The H.U.B. has 1,420 hospital beds and more than 6,000 staff members, including 841 full-time physicians and 3,975 full-time non-medical employees. The H.U.B. aims to offer all its teams a stimulating and attractive working environment, with opportunities for training and professional development, while ensuring sustainability and financial viability.

Work Environment

The Applied Cancer Epigenomics and Epitranscriptomics Group, led by Dr. Jana Jeschke, is seeking a highly motivated laboratory technician to join a dynamic and international team.

Our research focuses on epigenomic and epitranscriptomic modifications in cancer. Using state-of-the-art sequencing technologies, we map changes in DNA and RNA modifications in human tumors to:

• Improve patient stratification and treatment decisions;

• Identify novel therapeutic targets;

• Gain new insights into tumor biology.

You will work closely with postdoctoral researchers and PhD students to develop and apply innovative molecular and cellular biology methods, and contribute to the overall organization and management of the laboratory.

Our group is based on the Erasme Campus (ULB) in Brussels and is part of the Institut Jules Bordet, a reference center with a long-standing tradition of excellence in cancer research.

Functie

Your Responsibilities

Experimental Work and Technical Support

• Perform standard molecular biology techniques: DNA/RNA/protein extraction, PCR,etc.

• Conduct cell culture experiments: maintenance, transfection, and functional assays (e.g. viability, proliferation, apoptosis).

• Assist in setting up and optimizing new epigenetic and epitranscriptomic technologies.

• Prepare samples for next-generation sequencing (NGS) and other high-throughput analyses.

• Support data collection and sample tracking in collaboration with bioinformaticians and researchers.

Laboratory Organization and Management

• Manage inventory, stock reagents, and ensure proper equipment maintenance and calibration.

• Handle purchases and orders (via SAP or Fidelo) and maintain up-to-date records of consumables.

• Ensure compliance with biosafety and ethical regulations (risk assessments, safety documentation).

• Participate in the training and onboarding of new team members (students, interns).

• Maintain accurate and well-organized experimental documentation (lab notebooks, digital records).

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with postdocs, PhD students, and technicians from other research teams.

• Contribute to lab meetings and discussions aimed at improving experimental workflows.

• Communicate effectively in English and French within an international and multidisciplinary environment.

Profiel

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in laboratory technology, medical biology, or an equivalent field.

• You are enthusiastic, flexible, and highly motivated.

• You demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills.

• You work with rigor and precision, ensuring high-quality and reliable results.

• You show a strong sense of responsibility and uphold professional integrity in all aspects of your work.

• You are able to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with your colleagues.

• You have basic knowledge and experience in:

  • Molecular biology: DNA/RNA/protein extraction, PCR, Western blot, etc.

  • Cellular biology: cell culture, transfection, etc.

• You have a good command of spoken and written English (B1–B2 level).

• You have French language skills (B1–B2 level).

• You have previous experience in:

  • Laboratory management and organization

  • Procurement using SAP or Fidelo

  • Preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Staff coordination and training

• You have advanced experience with:

  • Molecular biology: RT-qPCR, Western blot, IHC, etc.

  • Cellular biology: cell viability and proliferation assays, etc.

Taal

You have a good command of the second national language or are willing to acquire it (language courses are organized internally during working hours, and you may be eligible for a SELOR bilingualism bonus of €150 gross, subject to obtaining the Selor Art. 10 certificate).

Aanbod

• A fixed term contract of 1 year - full-time contract (38 hours/week)
• Extra-legal benefits:
  • • Meal vouchers worth €7.30 per day
    • Year-end bonus
    • Preferential medical rates in all hospitals of the network (for you and anyone registered on your household composition)
  • Mobility benefits:
    • Reimbursement of public transport costs
    • Bicycle allowance
    • Free parking and public transport nearby
  • Additional advantages:
    • 29 days of paid leave
    • Catering benefits
    • Access to a staff benefits catalogue (leisure, fashion, etc.)
  • A personalized onboarding program to support you in your new role
  • A training program allowing you to grow throughout your career
  • Multiple career opportunities within a large hospital network
  • A strong well-being and health policy at work, including an on-site meditative path

Application procedure

Please visit the hospital’s website or intranet and submit your application online directly via the relevant job posting (CV and cover letter required).