Laboratory Manager (Research & Bioinformatics) | Laboratory Manager with research and bioinformatics expertise (f/m/d)

Job Summary

This role involves managing and supporting a new research laboratory at the Center for Molecular Biology Heidelberg (ZMBH), focusing on Synthetic Microbiology and Synthetic Genomics. The manager will be instrumental in establishing the lab's infrastructure, including creating databases for materials (strains, plasmids), procuring supplies, and developing standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for advanced laboratory automation equipment, such as acoustic nanoliter dispensers and Nanopore sequencers. A key component of the job is providing bioinformatic and computational support to the research team and managing international projects, including organizing meetings and reporting to funding bodies. Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in a technical field like engineering or bioinformatics, excellent English communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach. This is an attractive opportunity to shape an open, international research atmosphere and gain visibility through contributions to cutting-edge research projects abroad.