Microbiology Laboratory Technician - Environmental Laboratory | Laborant (m/w/d) für die Mikrobiologie im Umweltlabor
AGROLAB Umwelt GmbH
Job Summary
As a Microbiology Laboratory Technician at AGROLAB GROUP in Kiel, you will play a vital role in environmental safety by analyzing various water sources—including drinking, bathing, and wastewater—as well as compost and sewage sludge for microbial contamination. Your daily responsibilities include performing specialized biotests such as fish egg toxicity and bacterial luminescence tests, while also managing the care of zebrafish and their aquatic environments. Beyond technical analysis, you will contribute to quality management, mentor interns and apprentices, and maintain general laboratory standards. This position is ideal for those who value precision and hygiene in a modern lab setting. AGROLAB offers a secure, crisis-proof workplace with a performance-based salary and a collaborative atmosphere. The role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to socially relevant and sustainable environmental services within a leading European laboratory group.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training as a Chemical or Biological Laboratory Technician, or a comparable qualification such as Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), Environmental Technical Assistant (UTA), or Medical Technical Assistant (MTA). Career changers with relevant laboratory experience are also considered.
Experience
- Professional experience in a laboratory environment required
- Professional experience in microbiology is highly preferred
- Experience in performing biotests and microbial contamination analysis
- Experience in quality management within a laboratory setting
- Experience in mentoring or supervising junior staff or interns is beneficial
Languages
Additional
- Must be willing to work in a rotating shift system including early shifts (from 06:30), late shifts (until 20:30), and weekend shifts. This is a fixed-term contract (Befristet) located in Kiel.
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