Technical Assistant | Technische Assistentin / technischer Assistent (m/w/d)

Julius Kühn-Institut Bundesforschungsinstitut für Kulturpflanzen

Dossenheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Aug 12, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

Join a research project focused on optimizing the effectiveness of fungal antagonists for biological plant protection. As a Technical Assistant, you will be instrumental in validating peptide adhesion promoters on fungal spores, developing visualization methods using fluorescence and confocal laser scanning microscopy, and contributing to formulation strategies. Your responsibilities will also include independently cultivating plants like strawberries and grapes for greenhouse and field trials, as well as planning, setting up, and evaluating these efficacy trials. Additionally, you will be responsible for the regular inspection and maintenance of equipment in the process engineering laboratory. This role offers a challenging and diverse experience within an international research environment, contributing to cutting-edge biological plant protection.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as a Technical Assistant or Biology Laboratory Technician, or equivalent qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience as a Technical Assistant or Biology Laboratory Technician, or equivalent qualification
  • Experience in fermentation and formulation of fungal microorganisms (ideally)
  • Experience in light microscopy
  • Experience in confocal laser scanning microscopy (ideally)
  • Experience in molecular biological methods for taxonomic determination of fungi

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Class III (B) driving license and willingness to drive official vehicles.