Laboratory Technician in Microscopy | Technische/n Mitarbeitende/n (m/w/d) im Bereich Mikroskopie (z. B. PTA, CTA, BTA, Biologielaborant/i
Chemisches und Veterinäruntersuchungsamt Rhein-Ruhr-Wupper
Job Summary
This role involves joining the 'Biological Analytics' department at the Chemical and Veterinary Investigation Office Rhine-Ruhr-Wupper (CVUA-RRW), a public law institution focused on consumer health protection. As a Laboratory Technician, you will perform macroscopic and microscopic examinations of food and feed samples, including species identification and qualitative/quantitative analysis of herbs, teas, and dietary supplements. You will be responsible for developing and validating microscopic methods, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring quality assurance under DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 standards. The position offers a highly motivated environment with modern technical equipment, including electron microscopy (SEM/EDX). This is a full-time, two-year fixed-term contract offering a crisis-secure workplace in the public sector with flexible working hours, comprehensive health management, and a structured onboarding process within an experienced team.
Required Skills
Education
Successfully completed laboratory-based vocational training as a Laboratory Assistant (Biology or Chemistry) or Technical Assistant (PTA, CTA, BTA, or VMTA/MTA).
Experience
- At least 1 year of experience in microscopic examinations, preferably involving plant components
- Professional experience in a laboratory environment (Chemistry or Biology)
- Experience in the extraction of various food and feed matrices
- Experience working within an accredited quality management framework (ISO 17025)
- Experience using specialized microscopy software and LIMS systems
Languages
Additional
- The position is initially limited to a two-year fixed-term contract. Candidates must be willing to undergo continuous training and participate in a structured interview process that includes a practical work sample.