Senior Technical Research Assistant - Viral Hepatitis | Technische:r Assistent:in Forschung Senior (all genders) - Virushepatitis
Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf GB Personal, Recht & Organisation
Job Summary
The University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) is seeking a motivated Senior Technical Research Assistant to support foundational and preclinical research projects focusing on various Hepatitis viruses (HBV, HCV, HDV, HEV). This role involves conducting independent molecular, cell biological, and immunological experiments, including work with cell cultures, a mouse model, and patient samples. A critical component of the job includes performing animal experiments and handling infectious materials up to Biosafety Level S3. The successful candidate will be responsible for meticulous documentation, data preparation, and contributing to overall lab organization and procurement processes. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, reliable professional with a background as a Biological or Chemical Technical Assistant, strong experience in relevant lab techniques, and excellent written and spoken English skills, who is keen on contributing to translational virological research.
Required Skills
Education
Completed training as a Biological Technical Assistant or Chemical Technical Assistant
Experience
- Experience with molecular and cell biological techniques (e.g., cell culture, PCR, flow cytometry)
- Experience with animal experimental models (advantageous)
- Experience handling infectious material (BSL2, BSL3) (advantageous)
- Comprehensive experience in laboratory management (organization, ordering)
Languages
Additional
- Must provide complete immunization/immunity proof against the Measles virus prior to employment; Position is initially limited to one year; Part-time employment (80% of regular weekly working hours).
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