Education Officer (Medical) Biology

at  Radboud Universiteit

0.8 FTE

Gross monthly salary
€ 3,186 - € 4,255
Required background
Research University Degree, University of Applied Sciences Degree
Organizational unit
Faculty of Science
Application deadline
24 November 2024
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Do you have affinity with both lab work and scientific education? Are you an optimistic, helpful and well organised team player with good communication skills, and with a background in biology, medical biology, molecular biology or life sciences? Then you may be the new Biology Education Officer we are looking for.
The Biosciences Education Team is searching for a Biology Education Officer. Together with the other education officers, you will be involved in preparing and supervising student laboratory work associated with multiple courses throughout the Biology and/or Medical Biology programmes. This includes working with different e-learning and online tools. As part of the job, you will also be responsible for the lab facilities and for managing and maintaining the inventory. You will work in close collaboration with scientific and educational staff and students.
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You should have a BSc (or MSc) degree in Biology, Medical Biology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences or a similar field of study (broad background in biology).
You have affinity (or experience) with science, education, and working with students and scientific and educational staff.
Affinity (or experience) with medical biology and/or molecular biology is preferable.
You have a good command of English (C1/C2 level) and Dutch (C1/C2 level).
You are an optimistic and helpful team player with good communication skills, who can also work independently, who is assertive and well-organised, who can plan ahead, and who is also flexible (able to deal with ad-hoc tasks).
We are
The Education Team Biosciences is part of the Biosciences Education Institute of the Faculty of Science. The team plays a central and active role in developing, innovating and organising education, including lab education, within the Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes in Biology as well as in the Master’s programme for Medical Biology at Radboud University. Additionally, the team coordinates the development of personal and professional skills throughout the programme (e.g. general study skills, report writing, laboratory skills, oral presentations, reflection, etc). The team plays an active role in signalling new opportunities and improving the Biology programme.
Radboud University
At Radboud University, we aim to make an impact through our work. We achieve this by conducting groundbreaking research, providing high-quality education, offering excellent support, and fostering collaborations within and outside the university. In doing so, we contribute indispensably to a healthy, free world with equal opportunities for all. To accomplish this, we need even more colleagues who, based on their expertise, are willing to search for answers. We advocate for an inclusive community and welcome employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Will you also contribute to making the world a little better? You have a part to play.
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Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science (FNWI), part of Radboud University, engages in groundbreaking research and excellent education. In doing so, we push the boundaries of scientific knowledge and pass that knowledge on to the next generation.
We seek solutions to major societal challenges, such as cybercrime and climate change and work on major scientific challenges, such as those in the quantum world. At the same time, we prepare our students for careers both within and outside the scientific field.
Currently, more than 1,300 colleagues contribute to research and education, some as researchers and lecturers, others as technical and administrative support officers. The faculty has a strong international character with staff from more than 70 countries. Together, we work in an informal, accessible and welcoming environment, with attention and space for personal and professional development for all.
We offer
We will give you a temporary employment contract of 1 year.
Your salary within salary scale 8 depends on your previous education and number of years of (relevant) work experience. The amounts in the scale are based on a 38-hour working week.
You will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8,3% end-of-year bonus.
You will be able to use our Dual Career and Family Support Service. The Dual Career Programme assists your partner via support, tools, and resources to improve their chances of independently finding employment in the Netherlands. Our Family Support Service helps you and your partner feel welcome and at home by providing customised assistance in navigating local facilities, schools, and amenities. Also take a look at our support for international staff page to discover all our services for international employees.
You will receive extra days off. With full-time employment, you can choose between 30 or 41 days of annual leave instead of the statutory 20.
Additional employment conditions
Work and science require good employment practices. Radboud University’s primary and secondary employment conditions reflect this. You can make arrangements for the best possible work-life balance with flexible working hours, various leave arrangements and working from home. You are also able to compose part of your employment conditions yourself. For example, exchange income for extra leave days and receive a reimbursement for your sports membership. And, of course, we offer a good pension plan. We also give you plenty of room and responsibility to develop your talents and realise your ambitions. Therefore, we provide various training and development schemes.
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Practical information and applying
You can apply only via the button below. Address your letter of application to drs. Lydia Ketelaars. In the application form, you will find which documents you need to include with your application.
The first interviews will take place on Wednesday 4 December. You will preferably start your employment on 15 January 2025.
We can imagine you’re curious about our application procedure. It describes what you can expect during the application procedure and how we handle your personal data and internal and external candidates. If you wish to apply for a non-scientific position with a non-EU nationality, please take notice of the following information.
Apply now Application deadline 24 November 202

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