Scientific Associate in Molecular Biology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology | Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) der Fach Molekularbiologie / Biochemie / Biotechnologie

Eurofins GeneScan GmbH

Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Sep 30, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role is for a Scientific Associate to join the Development Department at Eurofins GeneScan GmbH, the competence center for detecting Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). The associate will primarily focus on developing, optimizing, and validating DNA extraction and PCR methods, particularly real-time PCR, for the service laboratory. A key part of the job involves establishing and implementing automation solutions, including liquid handling systems, to streamline laboratory operations. The successful candidate will act as a crucial contact person, ensuring the smooth operation of the service lab. This position requires strong expertise in molecular biology techniques, analytical thinking, and a proactive approach to technical problem-solving. The role offers an attractive opportunity to contribute to improving health and safety within an internationally successful laboratory group, fostering independent thinking and rapid responsibility assumption within a dynamic team.

Required Skills

Education

University or Technical College Degree (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Biotechnology)

Experience

  • Successfully completed university or technical college degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or comparable qualification
  • Multi-year professional experience in a relevant area (clear advantage)
  • Professional experience with molecular biological methods, especially real-time PCR

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is initially limited to 1 year (fixed-term contract).