Technical Assistant | Technische*r Assistent*in (w/m/d)
Georg-August-Universität Zentr. Universitätsverwaltung
Job Summary
This role involves conducting essential fieldwork and laboratory analyses to support research on biodiversity and its functional role in agriculture. The successful candidate will independently perform arthropod surveys using various methods like pitfall traps and conduct observations of pests and beneficial insects in field crops. Key responsibilities also include preparing and preserving arthropod samples, performing detailed laboratory work, and assisting with administrative tasks such as order processing and data management. This position is ideal for someone with a background in biological or agricultural technical assistance, who is eager to engage in hands-on ecological research, has a meticulous work ethic, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative, international team. It offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant environmental research.
Required Skills
Education
Completed training as a Biological-Technical Assistant, Agricultural-Technical Assistant, or comparable qualification as a Laboratory Technician
Experience
- Professional experience as a Biological-Technical Assistant, Agricultural-Technical Assistant, or comparable qualification as a Laboratory Technician
- Willingness to learn insect and other arthropod identification; taxonomic pre-knowledge is desirable
- Willingness to learn digital systems, including data management and project website
- Willingness to support administrative project tasks
- Independent, conscientious, and responsible work ethic
- Excellent fine motor skills
Languages
Additional
- Class B driving license (car)
- Willingness to perform fieldwork
- Position is not suitable for part-time work
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