Technical Assistant / Laboratory Technician (Food & Nutrition Research) | Technische Assistenz (Technische Assistentin / Technischer Assistent bzw. Laborantin / L..., Detmold

Job Summary

This permanent, full-time position at the Max Rubner-Institut in Detmold involves crucial technical support within the National Reference Center for Authentic Food (NRZ-Authent). The core responsibilities include preparing samples and conducting advanced instrumental analyses, primarily focusing on vibrational spectroscopy (FT-NIR, FT-IR) and chromatographic methods (HPLC, GC). The role requires proficiency in wet chemical analysis, technical maintenance of laboratory equipment, and rigorous software-supported data evaluation and documentation. Candidates must possess a completed vocational qualification as a Chemical-Technical Assistant or Laboratory Technician, coupled with strong knowledge of instrumental analytics and statistical data processing. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to federal research in food authenticity and benefit from flexible working models and extensive professional development in a supportive scientific environment.