Technical Assistant for Cellular Phenotyping Platform | Technische:n Assistent:in (m/w/d) für die "Cellular Phenotyping Platform"
Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum
Job Summary
Join the Helmholtz Institute for Translational Oncology (HI-TRON) in Mainz as a Technical Assistant, contributing to cutting-edge cancer research. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and optimizing single-cell phenotyping assays, particularly in high-parameter spectral flow cytometry. Your day-to-day will involve processing clinical samples, operating advanced flow cytometry equipment like the BD FACSAria Fusion Cell Sorter and Cytek Aurora 5L Spectral Cytometer, and supporting scientists with cell sorting. This position requires a background as a Technical Assistant (BTA, CTA, MTA) or similar, with practical experience in fluorescence flow cytometry and familiarity with tissue processing and cell culture techniques. You'll contribute to inventory management and ensure precise documentation, working in a collaborative, research-focused academic environment dedicated to developing innovative immunotherapies and biomarkers.
Required Skills
Education
Completed training as a Technical Assistant (BTA, CTA, MTA), Biology Laboratory Technician, or comparable qualification
Experience
- Practical experience in fluorescence flow cytometry and/or experience in a flow cytometry core facility (desirable)
- Familiarity with tissue processing, cell isolation, fluorescence cell staining, or cell culture techniques
- Experience in reagent management
- Willingness to learn equipment maintenance and laboratory procedures
- Experience with GLP or GMP standards (desirable)
Languages
Additional
- Must provide proof of immunity against measles (due to IfSG regulations). Position is initially limited to 2 years, with possibility of extension.
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