Technical assistant (f/m/d) in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology research

The University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) unites the Medical Faculty of the Georg-August University and the University Hospital in an integration model. With around 9,700 employees, the UMG and its subsidiaries are one of the largest employers in the region. Our clinics and institutes stand for high-quality patient care, excellent research, modern teaching and transfer of innovative technology.

Göttingen as a city of science is located in the center of Germany and the University Medical Center Göttingen is integrated into an attractive network of university and non-university scientific institutions.

The Institut für Neuroimmunologie und Multiple-Sklerose-Forschung of the University Medical Center Göttingen is looking for a new position for the earliest start date

Technical assistant (f/m/d) in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology research

part time, 19.25 hours per week, minimum 2 years, potentially 5 years

Remuneration according to TV-L

The research group of Dr. Leon Hosang at the IMSF is inviting applications for a Technical assistant (f/m/d) in cell biology, immunology, and molecular biology. Our research group at the University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) investigates the lung–brain axis, with a particular interest in how unique features of the lung shape both local and systemic immune responses, including immune regulation within the central nervous system. Our aim is to understand how these interactions contribute to the initiation, modulation, and resolution of autoimmune neuroinflammation. Funding for this position is provided by the “UMG2032 - Excellence through Focus” project funded by zukunft.niedersachsen, the joint science funding program of the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture and the Volkswagen Foundation.

We are looking forward to receive your application including a CV, certificates and contact details for at least one reference compiled as a single PDF via the system. If you have any questions regarding the advertised position, do not hesitate to contact Dr. Leon Hosang () for further information.

Your tasks

Your tasks

Preparing and performing standard experiments in molecular biology

Processing tissue samples from experimental animal studies for downstream analyses

Lab organization and inventory

Ordering reagents and managing stocks

Preparing buffers and media

Equipment maintenance

Your qualifications

Your qualifications

Education as a technical assistant (BTA, MTA, CTA) is a prerequisite

Solid knowledge of standard molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and cell biology techniques, including ELISA, Western blotting, quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR), immunohistochemistry, and human and rodent cell culture

Interested in learning new procedures

Very good organizational skills

Enjoy working in an international and interdisciplinary team

Good written and spoken English and German, confident to use English and German in the work environment

Qualification to perform animal experimentation in accordance with FELASA guidelines is an advantage

We offer

We offer

You will work in a high-impact research field with biomedical relevance embedded in the collaborative environment of the Göttingen Campus including several supportive facilities and inspiring research consortia

Small and diverse research group with a strong team spirit and an open-minded, collaborative and respectful working atmosphere

Flexible working hours

30 days of vacation for a full time, five-day work week, additional