Laboratory Technician (Biotechnology Safety Area) | Labormitarbeiter:in (w/m/d) - gentechnischer Sicherheitsbereich

Technische Universität Darmstadt

Darmstadt, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Jul 29, 2025
Part-time
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Job Summary

This role supports the Biological Chemistry department at TU Darmstadt, focusing on the operation of the genetic engineering safety area and general laboratory infrastructure. The successful candidate will perform fundamental tasks such as cell transformation/transfection, cultivation of mammalian cell lines, bacteria, and yeasts for protein expression, and managing cryopreserved strains. Key responsibilities also include maintaining lab equipment, coordinating maintenance, managing chemical inventories, and preparing reagents. The position involves active participation in research projects by assisting PhD students with cell and bacterial culture, protein expression and purification, and contributing to practical courses by preparing materials and instructing students on cell culture and protein detection methods. This is an attractive opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a background in laboratory work and a strong understanding of genetic engineering safety protocols.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as a Technical Assistant or Laboratory Assistant (or comparable qualification)

Experience

  • Practical experience with fundamental work in genetic engineering safety areas
  • Practical experience with handling, functional testing, and maintenance of laboratory equipment (autoclave, refrigerated centrifuge, fume hood, sterile bench, etc.)
  • Practical experience in cultivating mammalian cells
  • Practical experience in expression and purification of proteins from bacteria and yeasts
  • Practical experience in the analysis of biomacromolecules, especially proteins
  • Practical experience in chromatography
  • Experience with electronic ordering systems and chemical databases
  • Experience with website maintenance

Languages

German (Basic)

Additional

  • Not specified