Laboratory Technician Molecular Biology and Cell Culture, Biologisch technischer Assistant (BTA), Biologielaborant, BSc Biology (m/f/d)

The Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy on behalf of the Professor for Sensory Sciences (AK Gregurec, Biointerfaces Lab) is inviting applications for a Laboratory Technician Molecular Biology and Cell Culture, Biologisch technischer Assistant (BTA), Biologielaborant, BSc Biology (m/f/d).

Your Responsibilities

•Cultivation of cell lines and primary cells

•Genetic engineering (e.g. transfection and transduction) with Lenti- and Adenoviral vectors (Safety level S2)

•Extraction and dissection of primary neurons from rodents

•Application of immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence assays

•Support in laboratory organization, including equipment maintenance and inventory management

•Documentation of workflows, following operating procedures and adhere to safety and institutional policies

•Methodical teaching of doctoral students and support in preparation of experiments

Notwendige Qualifikationen:

Your Profile

•Molecular Biology education as “Biologielaborant”, BTA or Laboratory Assistant or BSc in Biology

•FELASA certificate and experience in extraction and dissection of tissue from rodents

•In-depth practical experience with cell cultures (2+ years in the lab)

•Experience with genetic engineering techniques and work in facilities at biosafety level S2 is considered a great advantage

•General interest in neurobiology and biomaterials

•Work in a precise, careful and a well-structured way with recurring tasks

•Very good command in spoken and written English

•German language skills are considered as a plus

•Basic computer skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

•Confident and friendly demeanor, ability to work in a team in a multinational environment

Befristetes Forschungsvorhaben

We offer

•1-year project-based contract with the possibility for extension

•Contribute to highly innovative EIC-funded projects in the field of neuromodulation, that will change the future possibilities for treatment of neurodegenerative diseases

•Become part of an international and interdisciplinary team of scientists, collaborating with leading scientific institutions all over Europe and beyond.

•The position is located in Erlangen, Germany

•Please address applications to Prof. Danijela Gregurec and send by email in only one pdf file to: contact-biointerfaces@fau.de

•Renumeration according to TV-L and qualification

If you have any questions about the job profile or the application process, please contact us: contact-biointerfaces@fau.de

Equal opportunity

At the Biointerfaces Lab, we value diversity as a strength for both our team and our research. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and strongly encourage applications from qualified individuals from underrepresented groups.