Technical Assistant (Molecular Structural Biology) | BTA (m/w/d)

Helmholtz-Zentrum für Infektionsforschung GmbH (HZI)

Braunschweig, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Jul 7, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

The Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI) is seeking a highly motivated Technical Assistant to join its Molecular Structural Biology department. This role involves active participation in cutting-edge research focused on understanding infections at a molecular level, utilizing advanced techniques like cryo-electron microscopy and X-ray crystallography. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing genetic constructs, cultivating bacteria, purifying proteins, and preparing samples for structural analysis. This position offers the opportunity to independently plan and execute experiments, analyze data, and contribute to the supervision of junior staff. It's an excellent chance to work in an international, multidisciplinary team within a state-of-the-art research environment, contributing directly to the fight against infectious diseases.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as a Technical Assistant or comparable qualification and experience

Experience

  • Practical experience in molecular biological and protein chemical methods
  • Experience in independent laboratory organization

Languages

English (Basic)

Additional

  • FELASA B certificate