BTA, MTA - Molecular Biology (m/w/d)

The candidate will be trained in and responsible for the generation and maintenance of next-generation patient-derived in vitro culture models including organoids and isolated bacterial strains. The candidate will furthermore take care of research animals following standard operating procedures and according to animal welfare regulations. Additionally, the candidate will learn and apply a variety of laboratory techniques, such as DNA/RNA isolation and purification, protein extraction, genotyping by PCR, sample preparation for down-stream analyses, and flow cytometry.

Responsibilities will include:

• Generation and maintenance of human tumor organoid lines
• Derivation of patient-specific bacterial strains
• Support of standard laboratory techniques, including DNA/RNA isolation and FACS
• Collecting, handling/processing, and storing of biological samples (e.g. patient feces, blood, tissue) according to standard protocols.
• Regular monitoring of animal health and data recording (such as animal weight, behavior, vital signs, tumor growth).
• Performing basic procedures on animals (including weighing, oral gavaging, injections, dissection).
• Operating sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances, conducting tests and reporting results.
• Recording and analyzing data

Required:

• Education/training as lab technician or technical assistant (BTA, MTA, biology laboratory technician or comparable)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Reliability and flexibility
• Structured, independent, and careful way of working, e.g. ability to implement a variety of laboratory techniques using standard protocols after a thorough training by our scientific staff members
• Written and oral communication skills (German and English)

Advantageous:

• FELASA function A certificate (former FELASA B certificate)
• Proven working experience with animal models
• Hands-on working experience with cell culture (maintaining cell lines, establishing primary cell cultures) and/or molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR) would be an advantage

• Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for international networking at the highest level
• 30 days of vacation per year
• Flexible working hours
• Remuneration according to TV-L incl. company pension scheme and capital-forming
• Possibility of part-time work
• Family-friendly working environment
• Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
• Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development promote your talents
• Our Corporate Health Management Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being