Scientist in Veterinary Sciences (Utrecht University)

Faculty: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Department: Department of Clinical Sciences Location: Utrecht University, The Netherlands Hours per week: 32 – 40 Contract: 1 year, with the prospect of extension Salary: €3,057 – €3,985 gross per month (full-time, CAO NU scale 7) + 8% holiday pay + 8.3% year-end bonus + pension scheme Application deadline: 31 January 2026 Contact: Prof. Daniela Salvatori – d.salvatori@uu.nl Role Summary Join the Ombion Centre for Animal-Free Biomedical Translation (CPBT) as a technician to: Support the development and standardisation of in vitro assays to replace animal testing. Contribute to animal-free biomedical innovations for diseases including ALS, cystic fibrosis, osteoarthritis, asthma/COPD. Work closely with facility managers, automation experts, and scientists to miniaturise and automate assays. Maintain smooth operations of laboratory facilities. Key Responsibilities Cell culture: Standard and advanced models (organoids, organ-on-a-chip). Laboratory tasks: Prepare solutions/reagents, maintain and calibrate devices. Inventory management: Stock control, purchasing, liaising with suppliers. SOP preparation: Document standard operating procedures. Candidate Profile Completed HBO education in life sciences or equivalent. Hands-on mentality, willing to learn new laboratory techniques. Experienced in mammalian cell culture and sterile techniques. Familiar with standard molecular biology techniques (PCR, Western blot, imaging). Advanced cell culture techniques (stem cell differentiation, organoids, organ-on-a-chip) are a plus. Well-organised, flexible, and able to work on multiple tasks. Able to communicate in English (Dutch desired). Positive, collaborative, and motivated to contribute to animal-free research. Benefits & Environment Access to advanced automation infrastructure. Professional development and flexible working options. Support for work-life balance, parental leave, cultural and sports activities. Opportunity to contribute to animal-free innovation in biomedical research. International research environment with collaborative national and global partners. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Faculty: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Department of Clinical Sciences
Location: Utrecht University, The Netherlands
Hours per week: 32 – 40
Contract: 1 year, with the prospect of extension
Salary: €3,057 – €3,985 gross per month (full-time, CAO NU scale 7) + 8% holiday pay + 8.3% year-end bonus + pension scheme
Application deadline: 31 January 2026
Contact: Prof. Daniela Salvatori – d.salvatori@uu.nl

Role Summary

Join the Ombion Centre for Animal-Free Biomedical Translation (CPBT) as a technician to:

Support the development and standardisation of in vitro assays to replace animal testing.
Contribute to animal-free biomedical innovations for diseases including ALS, cystic fibrosis, osteoarthritis, asthma/COPD.
Work closely with facility managers, automation experts, and scientists to miniaturise and automate assays.
Maintain smooth operations of laboratory facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Cell culture: Standard and advanced models (organoids, organ-on-a-chip).
Laboratory tasks: Prepare solutions/reagents, maintain and calibrate devices.
Inventory management: Stock control, purchasing, liaising with suppliers.
SOP preparation: Document standard operating procedures.

Candidate Profile

Completed HBO education in life sciences or equivalent.
Hands-on mentality, willing to learn new laboratory techniques.
Experienced in mammalian cell culture and sterile techniques.
Familiar with standard molecular biology techniques (PCR, Western blot, imaging).
Advanced cell culture techniques (stem cell differentiation, organoids, organ-on-a-chip) are a plus.
Well-organised, flexible, and able to work on multiple tasks.
Able to communicate in English (Dutch desired).
Positive, collaborative, and motivated to contribute to animal-free research.

Benefits & Environment

Access to advanced automation infrastructure.
Professional development and flexible working options.
Support for work-life balance, parental leave, cultural and sports activities.
Opportunity to contribute to animal-free innovation in biomedical research.
International research environment with collaborative national and global partners.