Technical Assistant or Biological Laboratory Technician, Microbiology | Technische Assistenz oder Biologielaborant (m/w/div) Mikrobiologie

Leibniz-Institut für Naturstoff-Forschung und Infektionsbiologie

Jena, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Oct 30, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves supporting cutting-edge research in microbiology and infection biology at the Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology (Leibniz-HKI). The successful candidate will join the Junior Research Group focused on the (Epi-)Genetic Regulation of Fungal Virulence, contributing to the development of new natural product-based agents for infectious disease treatment. Day-to-day duties include essential laboratory organization, performing routine molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, and infection biology tasks, and meticulous inventory and data documentation. This position requires strong technical expertise, reliability, and the ability to work independently within a dynamic, international team. It offers an excellent working atmosphere, a well-equipped environment, and structured onboarding, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified life science professionals.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as a BTA (Biological Technical Assistant), MTA (Medical Technical Assistant), Biological Laboratory Technician, or Bachelor's/Master's degree in a life science field (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or Biotechnology)

Experience

  • Practical experience in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, and/or infection biology techniques
  • Professional experience in laboratory organization and independent task execution

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Initial fixed-term contract of three years, ideally starting January 2026. Position is funded by the Free State of Thuringia and the European Social Fund Plus (ESF).