Technical Assistant | Technische Assistenz (w/m/d)

BICH MPI f. Multid.Naturwiss

Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Sep 10, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

The Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Natural Sciences is seeking a highly motivated Technical Assistant to join the Tissue Dynamics and Regeneration Department. This role involves supporting high-throughput screening of planarian flatworms, focusing on molecular mechanisms of regeneration. Day-to-day tasks include genome-wide screening, phenotype documentation using various imaging techniques, and routine worm cultivation. The ideal candidate will perform independent molecular biological analyses such as PCR and DNA/RNA isolation, and maintain project databases. This position offers an international and multidisciplinary work environment, contributing to cutting-edge research in regenerative biology.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as a Biology Laboratory Assistant or Biological-Technical Assistant

Experience

  • Professional experience in molecular biological techniques like RNA/DNA purification and PCR
  • Practical experience with standard software applications, including Microsoft Excel and word processing programs
  • Experience in conducting high-throughput experiments (desirable)
  • Practical experience with imaging/microscopy (desirable)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified