Laboratory Technical Assistant | Technische:r Assistent:in im Labor

Job Summary

This part-time, permanent position at the Institute for Geosciences at Friedrich Schiller University Jena involves providing essential technical support to the Applied Geology department, focusing on environmental processes related to the Litho-, Pedo-, Hydro-, and Biosphere. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of large analytical instruments, such as Ion Chromatography, including sample preparation, method development, and analytical quality assurance. Day-to-day tasks also include performing routine measurements on smaller devices, data evaluation, report generation, and taking water samples in the field. The role requires a background in physical-chemical technical professions, multi-year professional experience, and strong organizational skills, coupled with proficiency in German (C1) and English (B2). This is an attractive opportunity to contribute to interdisciplinary research in a dynamic university environment focused on global change and sustainable development.