Laboratory Technician or Technical Assistant | Laboratory Technician or Technical Assistant (m/f/d)

Leibniz-Institut für Agrartechnik und Bioökonomie e.V.

Potsdam, Brandenburg, Deutschland
Published Oct 9, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role supports cutting-edge research in Microbiome Biotechnology at the Leibniz Institute, focusing on sustainable bio-based circular economies. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and execution of complex microbiological and molecular biology experiments, including handling S1/S2 organisms, media preparation, and cultivation techniques. Daily tasks involve RNA/DNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and maintaining laboratory infrastructure, including procurement and equipment upkeep. The position requires a completed degree or vocational training in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology, coupled with practical experience in microbiology and molecular biology. This is an attractive opportunity for a committed, solution-oriented professional to work within an interdisciplinary team, contributing to transformative research at the intersection of science and practice.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree or vocational training in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or comparable technical training

Experience

  • Practical experience in microbiology
  • Practical experience in molecular biology
  • Practical experience ideally with S1/S2 organisms

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • EU driving license class B; Willingness to travel for work; Position is initially limited to two years