Administrative Assistant and Chemical Technician | Teamassistenz m. chemisch-techn. Tätigkeiten am Lehrstuhl f. Partikelbasierte Materialchemie (m/w/d)

Friedrich-Alexander- Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Erlangen, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 10, 2026
Part-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This unique hybrid role at the Chair of Particle-Based Materials Chemistry at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg combines high-level administrative management with hands-on laboratory work. You will spend approximately 75% of your time managing chair operations, including the independent administration of household and third-party funding, budget planning, and personnel matters. The remaining 25% of the role is dedicated to technical laboratory activities, such as maintaining lab equipment, conducting measurements, and performing repetitive chemical syntheses. This position is ideal for a professional with both commercial and scientific backgrounds who enjoys variety and organizational responsibility. FAU offers a stable public service contract (TV-L) with excellent benefits, including 30 days of vacation, flexible working hours, and a family-friendly environment. It is a permanent position located in a leading German research university environment, providing the opportunity to support cutting-edge materials chemistry research through both administrative excellence and technical laboratory support.

Required Skills

Education

Completed commercial training or equivalent qualification AND completed training as a Chemical-Technical Assistant (CTA) or equivalent scientific qualification (e.g., Diploma in Chemistry).

Experience

  • Professional experience in administrative and organizational activities, specifically within a university or research environment
  • Practical experience in administrative project management for publicly funded projects
  • Technical experience working in chemical laboratories
  • Practical laboratory experience in nano- or particle technology is preferred
  • Initial professional experience following completion of dual qualifications

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license required.