Technical assistant (f/m/x)

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The role will be based in the group of Dr. Ayse Ulusoy

• Independent organization and coordination of laboratory operations, including ordering, inventory management, and sample tracking
• Responsibility for structured documentation and maintenance of laboratory workflows, including SOPs and data organization
• Independent execution and optimization of experimental procedures, with a focus on tissue processing (e.g., perfusions and sectioning)
• Immunohistochemistry and related staining techniques. Cyclic high-plex IHC experience is a plus.
• Support and implementation of microscopy-based image acquisition and quantitative image analysis
• Troubleshooting and adaptation of established protocols in coordination with scientific staff
• Coordination of consumables, reagents, and selected equipment maintenance
• Contribution to quality control, reproducibility, and compliance with laboratory standards
• Training and supervision of students and new lab members in laboratory techniques and workflows
• Close collaboration with researchers and technical staff to ensure efficient experimental execution

• Completed vocational training as BTA, MTA, CTA, or a Master’s degree (MSc) in life sciences or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in immunohistochemistry workflows, with the ability to work independently in this area
• Experience with tissue processing, histological techniques, and microscopy
• Knowledge of image analysis tools (e.g., ImageJ, QuPath, or similar) is an advantage
• Structured, reliable, and independent working style with strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and team-working skills
• Good English communication skills; German is preferred
• FELASA certification is a plus

Your role in cutting edge reserach

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Technical Assistant (BTA/MTA/CTA or MSc) to join a preclinical neuroscience research group focusing on Parkinson’s disease and neurodegeneration. The position involves independent responsibility for laboratory organization and specialized experimental workflows, with a strong emphasis on immunohistochemistry (IHC), tissue processing, and image-based analysis. We are looking for individuals who work independently within the defined technical areas, contribute to the optimization of experimental procedures, and support the efficient operation of a dynamic research environment.

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• Vergütung und Konditionen nach TVöD-Bund:

  Inklusive Jahressonderzahlung, Vermögenswirksame Leistungen und VBL Zusatzversorgung

• Work Life Balance:

  Wir bringen Beruf und Privatleben in Einklang mit flexiblen Arbeitszeiten, 30 Tagen Urlaub (zusätzlich frei an Heiligabend und Silvester) sowie bezuschussten Job-/Deutschlandticketoptionen