Scientific Associate in Sequencing Open Lab and Innovation Team (Part-Time 70%) | Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in im Sequencing Open Lab und Innovation Team in Teilzeit (70%)

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Nov 10, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This part-time (70%) Scientific Associate role, based in the Core Facility for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), focuses on advancing sequencing technologies and providing expert support. The successful candidate will co-lead the Innovation Team, establish and manage a QC Open Lab, and provide essential consultation and training to researchers on sequencing experiment planning and execution. Key responsibilities include developing, optimizing, and establishing new NGS protocols, particularly utilizing Oxford Nanopore Technologies. This position requires a Master’s degree in a relevant life science field, proven expertise in molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, library preparation), and specific experience with NGS technologies. The role is ideal for a service-oriented professional who thrives in an interdisciplinary environment and is committed to quality-conscious, structured work, contributing directly to cutting-edge cancer research.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field

Experience

  • Demonstrated experience with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies
  • Experience with Oxford Nanopore Technologies is ideal
  • Experience in developing and optimizing NGS protocols
  • Professional experience in molecular biological methods

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must provide proof of immunity against measles (due to German Infection Protection Act requirements); Position is initially limited to 2 years.