Biological Technical Assistant / Biology Laboratory Technician / B.Sc. in Biology | BTA / Biologielaborant/in / B.Sc. in Biologie (w/m/d)
Universitätsklinikum Köln AöR
Job Summary
This role supports a rapidly growing pharmacology team, focusing on the development of strategies for nervous system repair. The successful candidate will perform a variety of crucial laboratory tasks, including cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology techniques such as cell culture, protein expression, and DNA/protein purification. A significant part of the role involves conducting surgical procedures and behavioral tests on rodents, alongside preparing tissue samples for histological and immunohistochemical analysis. The position requires a strong background in biological laboratory techniques, practical experience with animal models, and a relevant technical or academic qualification in life sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in a supportive, interdisciplinary university hospital environment in Cologne.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), Biology Laboratory Technician, or equivalent technical training with relevant professional experience; OR a completed scientific-technical academic degree (B.Sc./M.Sc.) in Biology or other Life Sciences. FELASA certificate required.
Experience
- Professional experience in cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology techniques
- Experience in assisting and performing surgical procedures and behavioral tests on rodents
- Experience in tissue and biopsy collection
- Experience in histology and microscopy, including tissue sectioning and immunohistochemical staining
- Experience in biochemical techniques (e.g., Western Blot, SDS-PAGE)
- Experience in molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR)
Languages
Additional
- Initial 2-year fixed-term contract with potential for permanent employment. Part-time position (19.25 hours/week). Located in Cologne, Germany. People with disabilities are welcome and will be given preference if equally qualified.
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