Technical Assistant or Laboratory Technician - Institute of Microbiology | Technische*r Assistentin*en oder Laborant*in - Institut für Mikrobiologie 25/M10

Universität Greifswald Land MV

Greifswald, Hansestadt, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Deutschland
Published Jul 30, 2025
Part-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Institute of Microbiology at the University of Greifswald is seeking a dedicated Technical Assistant or Laboratory Technician. In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting microbiological research by managing bacterial strain collections, including human and animal pathogens, and performing anaerobic cultivation, even for biosafety level 2 bacteria like Clostridioides difficile. Your responsibilities will extend to cell cultivation, constructing bacterial mutants, and preparing RNA and proteins for various analyses. A key aspect of the position involves supporting academic activities by assisting with practical courses and student theses. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a background in laboratory work and a passion for microbiology, offering a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional development.

Required Skills

Education

Successful completion of a Technical Assistant or Laboratory Technician qualification, or comparable training with equivalent skills and experience in Germany.

Experience

  • Professional experience in bacterial cultivation, including pathogenic and anaerobic bacteria (advantageous)
  • Experience in genetic engineering, especially cloning (advantageous)
  • Prior knowledge in RNA and protein preparation and quantification (advantageous)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Not specified