Laboratory Technician / BTA / CTA - Food Microbiology | Laborant/BTA/CTA - Mikrobiologie Lebensmittel (m/w/d) in Ohrdruf

ifp Privates Institut für Produktqualität GmbH

Ohrdruf, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Feb 3, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves conducting essential microbiological and molecular biological analyses on food and drinking water samples for a leading accredited testing laboratory specializing in food, feed, water, and pharmaceuticals. The successful candidate will be responsible for applying specific techniques to identify germs, accurately evaluating and documenting results, and entering data into the Laboratory Information and Management System (LIMS). A strong background in microbiology and analytical quality, coupled with a completed professional qualification as a Laboratory Technician, BTA, CTA, or a relevant Bachelor's degree, is required. This position is attractive due to the modern work environment, 30 days of annual leave, an unlimited contract, and benefits like subsidized company pension and mobility allowance, though it requires flexibility for weekend and holiday shifts.

Required Skills

Education

Completed professional training as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), Certified Biological Technical Assistant (CBTA), Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant, or a completed Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in a natural science field.

Experience

  • Professional experience in microbiology and microbiological analysis, including evaluation
  • Experience in working according to Quality Management System requirements

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to work weekend and holiday shifts (according to duty roster).