BTA/MTA/Biological Laboratory Technician

The Centre for Organismal Studies (COS) at Heidelberg University is seeking to fill a part-time position (50%) in the group of Prof. Centanin, starting immediately. The position is initially limited until September 30, 2028.

Technical assistant (f/m/d)

Your tasks:

• You will breed fish lines, screen them for specific expression patterns and analyze them according to defined parameters
• You will take on general tasks in the fish room, like tank cleaning, replacing filters, etc.
• You will assist scientists in producing and maintaining mutant and transgenic fish lines
• You will carry out immunofluorescent staining and imaging using fluorescent scopes and confocal microscopes
• You will assist in general tasks in laboratory organization

Your profile:

• You have gained experience handling small fish models like zebrafish or medaka
• You have performed immunohistochemestry / immunofluoresce, RNA in situ hybridisation and are familiar with imaging methods
• You are proficient in molecular biology techniques such as RT-PCR, genomic PCR, nucleic acid purification
• You have experience in cell culture using both cell lines and primary cultures
• You are familiar with data analysis programs and have basic knowledge of R programming
• You are fluent in English, can work in a team, and are open to interact with international peers

We offer:

• A vivid and interactive environment with international students and scientists
• Opportunities for career development
• Flexible working conditions compatible with family responsibilities
• A wide range of university benefits (subsidized Germany-wide rail ticket, university sports, internal education program, etc.)

Remuneration will be in accordance with the collective agreement for the public service (TV-L).

Please send your application in English as a single pdf file and name it: YOUR_NAME_TA_Centanin. The pdf should contain a cover letter, copies of certificates, CV, a contact for reference, and should be sent not later than September 15th, 2025 to lazaro.centanin@cos.uni-heidelberg.de.

Heidelberg University stands for equal opportunities and diversity. Qualified female candidates are especially invited to apply. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Information on job advertisements and the collection of personal data is available at www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/job-market.