Biological Laboratory Technician | Biologielaborant (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role at the State Agency for Nature, Environment and Climate North Rhine-Westphalia (LANUK) involves conducting biological water quality assessments, focusing on macrozoobenthos, macrophytes, and phytobenthos in flowing waters according to the European Water Framework Directive. Day-to-day tasks include qualified collection of organisms, taxonomic processing both in the field and laboratory, data entry into database systems, and analytical quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have a completed vocational training as a Biological Technical Assistant or similar, strong taxonomic knowledge, and a willingness to perform full-day field work. This position offers a meaningful role within a sustainably operating authority, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional development, contributing directly to the ecological assessment of NRW's waters.