Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) | BTA (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role involves joining the Department of Pediatric Oncology, Hematology, and Clinical Immunology at the University Hospital Düsseldorf to work on a high-profile EU-funded project (Horizon Europe) focused on childhood leukemia epidemiology. Day-to-day, the successful candidate will perform GIPFEL screening tests using Real-Time qPCR to identify genetic predispositions in umbilical cord blood. Responsibilities extend to DNA isolation, tissue culture maintenance, immunoblotting, and general laboratory management, including reagent procurement and equipment maintenance. You will work within a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary team of biologists, physicians, and bioinformaticians. This position is particularly attractive due to its integration into a world-class research environment equipped with GMP and Next-Generation Sequencing facilities, offering a structured induction and extensive professional development opportunities within the public service (TV-L) framework.