Social network you want to login/join with: Technician position in NanoBioMaterials, Genoa Client: Location: Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 7b871350df81 Job Views: 6 Posted: 19.02.2025 Expiry Date: 05.04.2025 Job Description: Description Commitment & contract: 3 years (fixed-term contract) Location: Genova, via Morego 30 ABOUT US At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarters are strictly interconnected with the other 11 centers around Italy and two outstations based in the US. We promote excellence in basic and applied research such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, nanotechnology, materials for a truly multidisciplinary scientific experience. YOUR TEAM You will be working in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment, where technicians and scientists with backgrounds in chemistry, physics and biology collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal. In particular, you will dedicate most of the time to support the two groups of Polymers and Biomaterials group is led by Nicola Tirelli, and of Nanobiointeractions e Nanodiagnostics group, led by Pier Paolo Pompa. Responsibilities: Maintain the general efficiency of the laboratories hosting the two groups, ensuring that routine and extraordinary maintenance is carried out on the instrumentation available, and organizing appropriate training for the operation of such instrumentation. Support the members of the two groups in the use of the above instruments, including the direct operation of some of them. Cooperate in the organization of routine laboratory activities, such as weekly cleaning, organization of lab roles, labeling of communal structures, appointment of managers for each instrument. Support the organization of consumables and stocks (chemical products, glassware and plastic products), ensuring adequate positioning within the laboratory spaces and in the storage rooms, keeping the technical documentation updated (safety data sheets, user manuals, standard operating procedures), and updating the inventory of chemicals and checking periodically its correspondence to the actual situation in the laboratory. Contact suppliers of consumables and laboratory equipment, requesting quotations and evaluating the purchasing activity in compliance with the technical specifications and timing necessary to research activity. Create purchase requests according to the Foundation's rules, using the SAP management system for finalizing purchase orders in collaboration with the relevant administrative figures. Control incoming goods, verify their consistency with respect to the purchase requests made, and organize their sorting, placement and cataloging. Prepare, label and dispose chemical wastes, including their delivery to the temporary warehouse. Install and maintain laboratory equipment in cooperation with the technical facility of the Foundation. Work together with other laboratory technicians to standardize the guidelines for laboratory operations within the two groups and in other research lines. Prepare the appropriate documentation for sending/receiving goods and/or moving/handling of laboratory equipment. Receive adequate internal training concerning Prevention and Protection for the Health and Safety of Workers, in order to carry out short information and training courses and guarantee adequate surveillance in the laboratories, including the health and safety introduction to the infrastructure for all newcomers. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS A Master degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technologies and Biotechnology. An experimental Master thesis. Experience in the operational support to a chemical or biomedical laboratory. Good command of spoken and written English (minimum B2). Familiarity with basic IT software, including Word, Powerpoint and in particular Excel. A cooperative approach with the stakeholders. Accuracy and good analytical skills. Good communication and time management/prioritization skills. ADDITIONAL SKILLS Previous experience in the use of chromatographic techniques such as HPLC. Previous experience in spectroscopic analytical techniques. Experience in the public or private research sector. Documented knowledge of the technical and legal aspects relating to safety in the workplace. Strong problem-solving attitude. High motivation to learn. Spirit of innovation and creativity. Ability to work in a challenging and international environment. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment. Familiarity with data analysis software such as Origin or Prism. SALARY PACKAGE Competitive salary package for international standards (Salary can include bonus option depending on your role and contract). Private health care coverage (Depending on your role and contract). Wide range of staff discounts. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you There is a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation. If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations. If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society We stick to our values Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in. They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission. If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply J-18808-Ljbffr