Biology Laboratory Technician / Medical Technical Assistant / Biological Technical Assistant | Biologielaborant:in / MTA / BTA (m/w/d)

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Jun 20, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) involves contributing to vital research aimed at understanding cancer development and improving treatments. The successful candidate will be responsible for the independent processing, extraction, and characterization of nucleic acids and proteins from human samples, including single-cell preparation and flow cytometry. Key duties also include managing cell lines, performing various laboratory techniques such as PCR, Western Blot, and Chromatin Immunoprecipitation, and preparing samples for sequencing. The position requires meticulous computer-aided documentation and active participation in general lab organization and safety. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and reliable professional to contribute to cutting-edge epigenomics research in a state-of-the-art facility.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) / Medical Technical Assistant (MTA) or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Experience in handling primary tumor material
  • Understanding of medical and tumor biological contexts

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must provide proof of immunity against measles (due to IfSG regulations). This is a fixed-term position for 2 years.