Technical Assistant (BTA, BTLA, CTA, CTLA) | Technische*r Assistent*in (BTA, BTLA, CTA, CTLA) (w/m/d)

Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Zentr. Universitätsverwaltung

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Aug 7, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

The Metabolomics Core Technology Platform (MCTP) at the Centre for Organismal Studies, Heidelberg University, is seeking a highly motivated part-time Technical Assistant. This role involves actively contributing to groundbreaking biomedical research projects focused on improving patient care through metabolic analyses. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and extracting metabolites from biological matrices, automating protocols using pipetting robots, and assisting with chromatographic and mass spectrometric analyses. Key responsibilities also include routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary team within state-of-the-art laboratories, learn new techniques, and work autonomously on diverse projects in a leading research environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as a Biomedical Technical Assistant (BTA), Biological Laboratory Technical Assistant (BTLA), Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), or Chemical Laboratory Technical Assistant (CTLA)

Experience

  • Experience with analytical and chromatographic procedures
  • Experience with laboratory automation

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Part-time (50-60%) position, fixed-term until February 28, 2026.