Technical Assistant - Proteins and Cell Culture | 072/2025 Technische Assistenz (m/w/d)

Helmholtz-Zentrum für Infektionsforschung GmbH

Braunschweig, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Jun 30, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

The Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI) is seeking a Technical Assistant with strong experience in protein production and purification to join their research group focused on organoid-based research. In this role, you will be instrumental in cloning expression constructs, establishing protein purification protocols, and biochemically characterizing proteins. A key part of your day-to-day will involve producing recombinant proteins for functional testing in organoid models. Beyond lab work, you'll manage laboratory supplies and coordinate technical processes. This position offers a chance to work in a cutting-edge international research environment, contributing to the understanding of human organs and diseases through innovative organoid models, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive culture.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), or equivalent qualification

Experience

  • Practical experience with S2 and S3 organisms
  • Experience with molecular cloning methods
  • Experience with chromatographic methods for protein purification
  • Experience with common protein-related analytical methods for quality assurance
  • Experience with infection or transfection of cells and organoids is highly desirable

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Initial contract until December 31, 2027. Full-time position (39 hours/week). Located in Braunschweig, Germany. Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary, international team.