Biological-Technical Assistant
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Location
Jena | Germany
Job description
Job advertisement
Vacancy ID: 044/2024
Closing date: 2024-03-28
Friedrich Schiller University is a traditional university with a strong research profile rooted in the heart of Germany. As a university covering all disciplines, it offers a wide range of subjects. Its research is focused on the areas Light—Life—Liberty. It is closely networked with non-research institutions, research companies and renowned cultural institutions. With around 18,000 students and more than 8,600 employees, the university plays a major role in shaping Jena’s character as a cosmopolitan and future-oriented city.
The institute of Microbiology seeks to fill the position of a
Biological-Technical Assistant
- as part of a maternity and parental leave replacement – full-time (100% / 40 hours per week), probably fixed-term until 31.07.2025.
A biological-technical assistant supporting the microbiological wet lab activities of our group. In coordination with the lab manager, Dr. Anne Busch, you will be responsible for the lab routines and services that are needed to maintain the day-to-day function of the lab. In addition, you will have the chance to further develop your own skills by being involved in state-of-the-art research projects.
Your responsibilities:
- Assist the lab manager in running the microbiology wet lab
- Foster the development of lab routines and maintenance of an S2 Lab
- Oversee, prepare and perform microbiological experiments such as isolation, growth curves, as well as in vitro experiments such as PCR, plasmid preps, cloning and introduction of point mutation
- Oversee, prepare and manage next generation sequencing experiments
- Ensure the supply of consumables
- Participate in diverse research projects
- Oversee waste disposal for the group, help with safety protocols and/or documentation
Your profile:
- A successfully completed qualification as biological-technical assistant or an equivalent degree
- Experience in standard microbiological techniques and lab routines. S2 Lab experience is advantageous but not essential
- Motivation for taking responsibility for both day-by-day lab services and research-related work
- Enthusiasm for lab organization
- Experience in sequencing techniques is advantageous
- Experience with genetic manipulation is advantageous
- Ability to work in a team and to interact with people from diverse nationalities and scientific backgrounds
- Excellent communication skills and ability to contribute to a friendly and collaborative working environment
- Language skills in both English and German are highly advantageous
We offer:
- A communicative, supportive and friendly atmosphere within an energetic and international scientific research group
- A modern lab environment with state-of-the-art equipment
- Support for continuing education and the gaining of additional qualifications
- A family-friendly working environment with a variety of support services for families: University Family Office (JUniFamilie) and flexible childcare (JUniKinder)
- University health promotion and a wide range of university sports activities
- Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement
- Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) up to salary scale E9a — depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications—, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement.
- 30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31
The position is offered as a fixed-term position to cover the period of maternity and parental leave.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week).
In principle, the job is also suitable for part-time employment. The extent to which a part-time request can be granted, in particular with regard to the location and scope of the part-time work, will be assessed on the basis of the needs of the service.
Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.
Are you eager to work for us? Then apply by 28.03.2024 using our online form.
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