Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) - Food Microbiology | BTA (m/w/d)

ifp Privates Institut für Produktqualität GmbH

Ohrdruf, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Feb 18, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves working within an accredited testing laboratory at the Ohrdruf location, focusing on the microbiological analysis of food and drinking water samples. As a Biological Technical Assistant, you will perform daily identification of microorganisms using both microbiological and molecular biological methods. Your responsibilities include the evaluation and documentation of results within a Laboratory Information and Management System (LIMS) and ensuring all quality assurance measures meet the high standards of the quality management system. This position is ideal for professionals passionate about food safety and analytical quality who enjoy working in a modern laboratory environment. The role offers attractive benefits including a permanent contract, 30 days of vacation, flexible working hours via a time-account system, and various employee discounts. You will be part of a team of 400 employees across a leading institute that serves global clients in the food, feed, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Required Skills

Education

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

Experience

  • Professional experience in microbiology and microbiological analysis including evaluation
  • Experience in identifying germs using molecular biological methods
  • Experience working within a quality management system and documenting raw data
  • Experience using Laboratory Information and Management Systems (LIMS)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to work weekend and holiday shifts according to the duty roster is required. Must be able to work at the Ohrdruf (near Gotha) location.