Biological-Technical Assistant, Innate Cellular Immunity Laboratory | Biologisch-technische*r Assistent*in (m/w/d) Labor für angeborene zelluläre Immunität der MED I

Universitätsklinikum Bonn AöR

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Nov 5, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This full-time, fixed-term position (until November 2026) at the University Hospital Bonn (UKB) is for a Biological-Technical Assistant to join the Laboratory for Innate Cellular Immunity. The successful candidate will be crucial in supporting cutting-edge research focused on the role of natural killer cells and innate lymphoid cells in diseases such as hereditary intestinal tumors, liver diseases, and infectious diseases (including COVID-19 and HIV). Day-to-day responsibilities involve executing a wide range of advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques, including fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, PCR, scRNA sequencing, Western Blot, and ELISA. The role also requires extensive sample processing of blood and various tissues (intestine, liver, tonsil), meticulous biobank management, and general laboratory organization support. Candidates must possess a completed BTA/MTA qualification or a Bachelor's degree in Biology, coupled with strong motivation, reliability, and the ability to work independently within an interdisciplinary team. Prior professional experience in an immunological research laboratory is highly desirable.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as a Biological-Technical Assistant (BTA) or Medical-Technical Assistant (MTA), or a completed Bachelor's degree in Biology or equivalent qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in an immunological research laboratory (ideally)
  • Experience in processing blood and tissue samples (intestine, liver, tonsil)
  • Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and technicians

Languages

German (Intermediate)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract until November 30, 2026 (covering parental leave). Full-time position (38.5 hours/week). High degree of motivation, resilience, flexibility, reliability, and autonomy required.