Biological Technical Assistant or Laboratory Technician | BTA (m/w/d)
Leibniz-Institut für Naturstoff-Forschung und Infektionsbiologie e. V. – Hans-Knöll-Ins...
Job Summary
This role involves supporting cutting-edge research at the Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology, focusing on identifying new anti-infectives to combat antibiotic resistance and emerging pathogens. The successful candidate will perform diverse laboratory tasks, including routine biological work such as cultivating microorganisms and cells, and preparing/supporting screening experiments utilizing the high-throughput JenXplor robotics platform. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a background as a BTA, MTA, or Biologielaborant, or a Bachelor/Master's degree in a life science discipline. Key responsibilities also include maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment and managing procurement. The position offers work in a modern, interdisciplinary research setting with state-of-the-art automated infrastructure, contributing directly to global health challenges.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training as a BTA (Biological Technical Assistant), MTA (Medical Technical Assistant), Biologielaborant (Biological Laboratory Technician), or a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a life science (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology), or equivalent qualification
Experience
- Practical experience and expertise in microbiological, molecular biological, and biochemical laboratory work
- Experience in cell culture (Optional)
- Experience with automated laboratory or robotics systems (Ideal)
- Experience working with pathogenic microorganisms (High reliability and diligence required)
Languages
Additional
- Initial fixed-term contract of one year.
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