Technical Assistant (m/f/d)
- Research group
- Dynamics of Respiratory Infections
- Hiring date
- As soon as possible
- Time limit
- Initially limited to two years
- Trial period
- 6 months
- Payment
- E9a TVöD Bund
- Application deadline
- 10/01/2025
The Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research, based in Braunschweig, is a member of the Helmholtz Association and conducts cutting-edge research in the field of infectious diseases. Our scientists develop novel methods and strategies to combat infectious diseases more quickly and effectively. Our common goal is to develop novel approaches to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases. Our research focuses on bacterial and viral pathogens, their interaction with the human immune system, and new effective drugs and vaccines.
Our research group “Dynamics of Respiratory Infections” (DINF) (headed by Prof. H. Slevogt) at the HZI in Braunschweig focuses on the interaction between lung microbes and the host. We pursue a combined approach using clinical and molecular biological methods. We are closely affiliated with the Department of Pneumology and Infectiology at MHH and are part of the German Center for Lung Research (DZL), which provides us with excellent opportunities for translational research. Our team currently consists of nine scientists who apply a wide range of methods, including cell culture, molecular biology, infection biology, and bioinformatics.
Tasks
- Performing microbiological tests (bacteria and fungi)
- Establishing special synthetic media
- Preparing samples for metagenome analyses (NGS library creation)
- Analyzing resistance and cross-resistance developments in fungi and bacteria
- Contributing to methodological developments and introducing new methods, e.g., molecular biological and microbiological procedures
- Contributing to evaluation strategies, e.g., creating Excel tables, PRISM analyses
Prerequisites
- Completed training as a biological-technical assistant (BTA) or comparable qualification
- Experience in microbiology and infection biology (especially in molecular biological methods such as sequencing techniques (NGS) and qPCR)
- Very good written and spoken English skills, as well as German skills
- PC user skills (MS Office) and experience with evaluation software (PRISM, SPSS, or similar)
Advantages for this position:
- Interest in organizational activities
Working hours
39 hours per week
We offer you:
- The opportunity to conduct scientific research on a medically relevant topic
- Integration into an interdisciplinary, international team with a pleasant working atmosphere
- An attractive and varied role in a future-oriented research institute with an international environment at the Science Campus South in Braunschweig
- State-of-the-art infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies
- Flexible working hours, part-time models
- A corporate culture that values and promotes equal opportunities
- Extensive training and further education opportunities to develop professional knowledge and personal skills
- A family office to support family and career, as well as offers for improved childcare, e.g. during the holidays
- Interesting additional benefits of public service
- Possibility of an employer subsidy for the Jobticket
Given equal professional qualifications, severely disabled persons will be given preference. To protect your rights, we ask you to clearly indicate any severe disability in your cover letter or resume.
The HZI is actively committed to equality, diversity, and integration. For this reason, the HZI pursues the goal of professional equality between women and men. The position is suitable for part-time work.
How to apply:
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Please send your complete application, quoting the reference number 093/2025, to the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research GmbH, Human Resources Department, Inhoffenstr. 7, 38124 Braunschweig, Germany or by e-mail. If you send your application in electronic form, please provide a summary in one single (1) pdf document.
We look forward to receiving your application!
