Laboratory Technician / Technical Assistant (Chemistry/Physics) | Chemisch-technische*r Assistent*in / Physikalisch-technische*r Assistent*in / Laborant*in (m/w/d)
Fritz-Haber-Institut der Max-Planck-Gesellschaft
Job Summary
This permanent, full-time Laboratory Technician/Technical Assistant role at the renowned Fritz Haber Institute in Berlin supports cutting-edge research in Interface Science, focusing on heterogeneous catalysis and electrochemistry. The core responsibilities involve the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of sophisticated chemical and electrochemical systems, including GC, HPLC, Potentiostats, and various Spectrometers. Day-to-day tasks also include performing quantitative elemental analysis (ICP-MS, TGA), managing laboratory consumables, chemical inventory, and ensuring proper disposal of waste. Key qualifications include completed vocational training as a Chemical or Physical Technical Assistant or Laboratory Technician, coupled with extensive hands-on laboratory skills. Ideal candidates should also possess knowledge in electrochemistry, elemental analysis, or vacuum technology, along with good computer and English skills, and a structured, responsible approach to working within diverse, international research teams.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training as Chemical Technical Assistant, Chemistry Laboratory Technician, Physical Technical Assistant, or Physics Laboratory Technician.
Experience
- Professional experience in chemical activities and manual tasks
- Extensive professional laboratory skills
- Experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of analytical equipment (e.g., GC, HPLC, Spectrometers)
- Experience in managing laboratory logistics, including chemical procurement and inventory
Languages
Additional
- Full-time position (39 hours/week) in Berlin-Dahlem.