Laboratory Technical Assistant (BTA/MTA/PTA) | Technische Assistenz (MTA/BTA/PTA) (m/w/d)
Technische Universität Braunschweig Land Niedersachsen
Job Summary
The Zoological Institute at the Technical University of Braunschweig is seeking a Laboratory Technical Assistant to join the Department of Cellular Neurobiology. In this role, you will play a vital part in research focused on neuroinflammation, neurodegeneration, and memory formation. Your daily responsibilities will involve the isolation and cultivation of primary neurons and glial cells, performing sterile cell culture work, and executing molecular biology techniques such as PCR, Western Blot, and ELISA. You will also be responsible for tissue preparation, buffer production, and general laboratory organization. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in animal handling and cell culture who enjoys working in a collaborative, academic environment. The role offers a permanent contract at 75% part-time, providing a stable career path within one of Germany's leading technical universities known for its family-friendly culture and international atmosphere.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), Medical Technical Assistant (MTA), or Pharmaceutical Technical Assistant (PTA).
Experience
- Professional experience in the isolation and cultivation of animal cell cultures, specifically neurons and glia
- Practical experience in animal experimental activities including handling and monitoring
- Experience in molecular biological and biochemical laboratory methods
- Experience in laboratory documentation and electronic data systems
- Experience with stereotactic injections in mouse brains is preferred but not mandatory
Languages
Additional
- Must be willing to work in a 75% part-time capacity. The position involves handling laboratory animals (mice). Applicants must use the university's online application portal for consideration.
More Jobs from Technische Universität Braunschweig Land Niedersachsen
Financial Administrator | Finanzkraft (m/w/d)
Mar 19, 2026
The Institute for CMOS Design at the Technical University of Braunschweig is seeking a dedicated Fin...
Technical Laboratory Assistant | Technische Assistentin / Technischer Assistent (m/w/d)
Mar 19, 2026
This role involves supporting a dynamic, international research team at the Institute of Biochemistr...