Start date/duration:

• from 19.01.2026
• to 18.01.2028, but only until the return of the jobholder

Administrative unit:

• Department of Microbiology

Extent of employment:

• 20 hours per week

Job Description:

"Molecular Biology and Sequencing Specialist"Employment: as Chemical-Technical Assistant (CTA) VwGr IIIa (20 hours/week), Institute of Microbiology, University of Innsbruck, Austria, starting January 19, 2026.
Description: We are seeking a molecular biology technician with hands-on experience in sequencing technologies. The ideal candidate will be proficient in cutting-edge molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing workflows (e.g., Oxford Nanopore, Illumina, or similar platforms). Strong analytical skills for data interpretation and a passion for innovation in genomics are essential.Main responsibilities:

• Molecular biology tasks
• DNA sequencing (e.g., Oxford Nanopore)
• Management of user data
• Procurement and disposal of consumables and chemicals
• Data analysis and report preparation

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma (Matura) or equivalent qualification
• Training as a Technical Assistant (TA), Medical Technical Assistant (MTA), or Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), or equivalent education
• Skills in molecular biology (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR)
• Willingness to work in the mornings (starting at 8:00 AM) is desirable
• Teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently
• Organizational talent

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with DNA sequencing (e.g., Oxford Nanopore)

Our offer:

With us, you can expect exciting tasks, flexible working hours, a family-friendly working environment, attractive training and development opportunities, a paid lunch break, a meal allowance and much more! https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/career/additional-benefits/ .

For this position in job group IIIa, a minimum gross salary of € 1.350 per month (14 times) ^* is stipulated in the collective agreement. Your actual starting salary will depend on your previous experience and will increase over the course of your employment.

^* as of 2025

We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 31.12.2025 stating the code BIO-15499

Chris Rinke
Email: Christian.Rinke@uibk.ac.at

The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.

The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. This is particularely true for leading positions and scientific job offers. In case of underrepresentation women with the same qualifications will be given priority.

The University of Innsbruck bears the "We are inclusive" seal of approval. We therefore expressly invite qualified individuals with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses to apply.