Technical Assistant Plant Molecular Biology (m/f/d)

KWS Group; Einbeck; Vor Ort; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

KWS Group is seeking a dedicated Technical Assistant to bolster its Genome Editing Trait Discovery team in Germany. This full-time role combines applied research with high-throughput services, supporting molecular biological experiments and RNA analysis. Applicants should possess a relevant degree and experience with essential lab techniques, contributing to an innovative and collaborative working environment.

Leistungen

Professional and personal development opportunities

Excellent laboratory equipment

Subsidized canteen

Capital formation benefits

Christmas and holiday bonuses

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques required.
• Good communication skills in English; German is a plus.
• Motivated and proactive with strong accuracy.

Aufgaben

• Conduct molecular biological experiments (Cloning, PCR, DNA extraction).
• Organize and monitor trials with transgenic plants.
• Maintain precise documentation using ELN and LIMS.

Kenntnisse

PCR

Cloning

RNA extraction

qPCR

Gel electrophoresis

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in life science

Completed training as ATA, LTA, BTA

Jobbeschreibung

KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaAis searching for a talented and motivatedTechnical Assistant(m/f/d)to join our Genome Editing Trait Discovery group at our global headquarters inEinbeck, Germany.What we offer is an attractive position that combines working in both applied research and high-throughput services. In frame of a research project you will have the opportunity to support the development ofin-vivohaploid induction systems. In parallel, by strengthening our in-house RNA-service team you will support expression analysis as basis for GenEd candidate gene nomination.
This is afull-time positionwith an initial 2-year fixed-term contract, potentially leading to a permanent role. We're excited to fill it as soon as possible!

Your responsibilities:

• Support our research activities by conducting molecular biological experiments (Cloning, PCR, DNA extraction)
• Support our RNA Service team with RNA extractions and quantification of DNA and transcript levels via qPCR and qRT-PCR, respectively
• Organize trials with transgenic plants in greenhouses and climate chambers, including crossings, sampling and monitoring
• Precise documentation of results using ELN and LIMS
• Contribute to general lab maintenance

Bring in your potential:

• Completed training as ATA, LTA, BTA, bachelor’s or master’s degree in life science or any other comparable qualifications
• Hands-on experience withmolecular biology techniquessuch as PCR, restriction digest, gel electrophoresis and cloning are required
• Know-how in RNA extraction, qPCR and qRT-PCR are a plus
• Willingnessto conduct repetitive lab work in frame of an in-house service while ensuring a high level of accuracy and diligence
• High level of motivation and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent team player with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
• Good communication skills in English are mandatory and German language skills are a plus

What we offer to help you grow:

• As a family-run company we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, foresight and independence; this culture is lived in practice creating an open and friendly working atmosphere
• True to our motto Make yourself grow, we support employees’ professional and personal development including language training
• We offer excellent work equipment (e.g. the newest laboratory equipment), a fully-fledged, subsidized canteen and sufficient free parking spaces at the KWS location
• We offer capital formation benefits, Christmas and holiday bonuses

At KWS, we value diversity, collaboration, and innovation. Join us to make an impact on the world of plant science! We are looking forward to your application using our online application system SuccessFactors. Please click the “Apply” button which you can find in the online ad.