Technical Laboratory Assistant | 646 Technische Assistenz (m/w/d) in TZ
Helmholtz-Zentrum für Infektionsforschung GmbH (HZI)
Job Summary
This part-time position at the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI) in Braunschweig focuses on the study of biomolecular condensates and their role in viral infections. As a Technical Assistant, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and evaluation of experiments within a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL2) environment. Your daily activities will include cell culture management, molecular biology tasks such as qPCR and cloning, and supporting high-throughput drug screening processes. Additionally, you will play a key role in laboratory organization, including inventory management and onboarding new staff. This role is unique for its focus on sustainable, animal-product-free laboratory practices and offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like organoids and spheroids. It is an ideal position for a professional seeking a collaborative, international research environment with a strong emphasis on professional development and work-life balance.
Required Skills
Education
Successfully completed vocational training as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), Medical Technical Assistant (MTA), Laboratory Technician, or a comparable qualification.
Experience
- Professional experience in cell and molecular biological methods
- Practical experience in the cultivation of human cell lines
- Experience in virology or laboratory automation is preferred
- Experience in laboratory management, including ordering supplies and equipment maintenance
- Experience working with infectious materials or drug compounds
Languages
Additional
- The position is part-time (19.5 hours per week) and fixed-term until September 30, 2030. Work is located in Braunschweig, Germany. Candidates must be willing to work in a BSL2 environment and handle infectious materials.