Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) for Molecular Biology and Cell Culture at the Junior Professorship for Sensory Sciences (m/w/d)

Job Description

Your Tasks

• Independent extraction and dissection of primary neurons from rodents and cultivation of cell lines and primary cells
  
• Autonomous execution of genetic manipulations (e.g. transfection and transduction) using lentiviral and adenoviral vectors (Safety level S2)
  
• Support in laboratory organization, including equipment maintenance, inventory management and documentation of workflows
  
• Adherence to operating procedures and ensuring compliance with safety and institutional policies
  
• Methodical teaching of students and support in preparation of experiments

Your Profile

• Completed training as a biological-technical assistant (BTA) and comparable qualification with
  
• First professional experience in the specified field of activity
  
• Training in Molecular Biology and Cell Biology
  
• FELASA certificate and experience in extraction and dissection of tissue from rodents
  
• In-depth practical experience with cell cultures
  
• Experience with genetic engineering techniques and work in facilities at biosafety level S2 desirable
  
• Basic computer skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  
• Very good knowledge of English (at least C1 level)
  
• General interest in neurobiology and biomaterials
  
• Work in a precise, careful and a well-structured way with recurring tasks
  
• Confident and friendly demeanor, with a service-oriented mentality
  
• Ability to work in a team in a multinational environment

Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer

• Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
  
• 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
  
• Flexible working hours and models and the possibility to take time off in lieu
  
• Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme
  
• Family-friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays

• A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
  
• Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
  
• Joint team activities
  
• Collegial working environment with a very good working atmosphere
  
• Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
  
• Offices within comfortable walking distance of public transport
  
• Active health management

PaymentTV-L E 9b