Laboratory Engineer Microbiology (m/f/d) - Reference: 78-2024 N-LI

The laboratory engineer is primarily responsible for the microbiology lab, which is part of the biotechnology laboratories. The internships to be conducted are a key component in preparing graduates of our Molecular Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology degree programmes for their careers.

The position essentially involves the following tasks:

• Preparing, setting up, conducting, and following up on experiments, including the design and implementation of new laboratory experiments in the fields of microbiology, biotechnology, and related areas,
• Maintaining the microbiological culture collection,
• Laboratory organization, including technical and organizational management of laboratory equipment and inventory,
• Supporting teaching activities,
• Supervising student assistants as well as students in internships and student projects and final dissertations,
• Assisting with the implementation of research and development projects,
• Active participation in public outreach activities (e.g., university open house, high school student internships).

The following knowledge and skills are required

• a completed college degree (in biotechnology, biology, or biochemistry),
• in-depth knowledge and professional experience in the fields of microbiology and related areas, such as molecular biology and biochemistry,
• experience in the cultivation and characterization of bacteria and fungi, as well as in molecular genetic techniques (PCR, electrophoresis, blotting techniques, heterologous gene expression) and protein purification (FPLC),
• solid, practical English skills for conducting English-language laboratory practicals.

In addition, the following are desirable:

• professional experience in the field of student education, as well as experience and knowledge of university teaching practices,
• professional experience in the design and development of laboratory equipment,
• knowledge of environmental microbiology and bioprocess engineering,
• proficiency in other foreign languages.

We expect you to have

• organizational skills,
• the ability to think critically and respond appropriately to specific target groups,
• a willingness to contribute to the team,
• contribution to the ongoing internationalization of the degree programme,
• a high level of commitment and independence in carrying out tasks, flexibility regarding working hours,
• interest in professional and personal development,

We offer you

• an interesting and challenging field of work,
• flexible and family-friendly working hours within the framework of the applicable employment agreement,
• opportunities for personal and professional development through targeted continuing education and training,
• attractive employee benefits (company pension plan, annual bonus, capital-forming benefits),
• a workplace Health Management program with initiatives to promote employee health, as well as
• the option to use a job ticket.