Technical Assistant (f/m/d)

European Neuroscience Institute; Göttingen; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A research institute in Göttingen is seeking a full-time technical assistant to engage in significant scientific research. The chosen candidate will work on histological and molecular biology techniques and support ongoing research projects. The ideal applicant should possess relevant vocational training and strong communication skills in English, with German being an advantage. This position offers opportunities for flexible hours and professional development, beginning in January 2026.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Extensive training opportunities

Health management benefits

Company daycare and childcare

Qualifikationen

• Vocation training in a relevant field.
• Good written and spoken English is mandatory.
• Knowledge of German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Conduct histological analysis.
• Perform molecular biology techniques and histological techniques.
• Assist with lab supplies management.

Kenntnisse

Preparation and histological analysis of organ samples

Molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, Western Blot, ELISA)

Histological techniques (in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry)

General organizational skills

Good English communication skills

Good German communication skills

Ausbildung

Vocational training as Biological-Technical Assistant (BTA) or comparable qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Department:

Description:

A full-time position (38.5 h/week) for a technical assistant is available at the European Neuroscience Institute in Göttingen, Germany, for a joint project of AG Barnstedt and AG Petzold. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate who is excited to support on-going research projects on the brain circuits that adapt behavior to current needs and experiences.

• Preparation and histological analysis of organ samples
• Performing standard molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, Western Blot, ELISA)
• Performing histological techniques (in situ hybridisation, immunohistochemistry)
• Assistance with purchasing, cataloguing, organising and maintaining lab supplies
• Contributing to methodological developments and introducing new methods, e.g., molecular biological and histological procedures
• Contributing to evaluation strategies, e.g., creating Excel tables
• We welcome diverse applicants with relevant vocational training as biological-technical assistant (BTA) or comparable qualification
• The working language of both labs is English. Good written and spoken English skills are a requirement
• Preferentially, the successful candidate also has good written and spoken German skills

We offer

• You will directly participate in conducting scientific research on medically relevant topics
• You will work with young, international collegues with a great team spirit
• Options for flexible working hours
• We will provide extensive training and the opportunity to develop your skill set
• UMG promotes health and sports through excellent occupational health management and a wide range of relevant benefits (including company daycare, holiday childcare, attractive infrastructure, job tickets)
• UMG also provides remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector of the federal states (TV-L), including public sector social benefits and supplementary pension (VBL)

The position is envisioned to start on 1.1.2026 (flexible start date is possible) for an initial period of 4 years.

To apply, please send a single PDF with a cover letter stating relevant skills and interests and your CV to the following e-mail address:

We look forward to receiving your application!