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The Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry (MPIB) in Martinsried is one of the world's leading research institutions in the fields of biochemistry, cell and structural biology and biomedical research. With approximately 30 scientific departments and research groups and about 750 employees, the MPIB is one of the largest institutes of the Max Planck Society.

For the Department of Cell and Virus Structure (Dr. John Briggs) we are looking for a

Technical assistant (m/f/div)

The technical assistant performs experimental work in the research area of cell and virus structure, supports general lab function, and provides technical support to other members of the department.

The position is initially limited to two years. With the appropriate aptitude, further employment for an indefinite period is possible and desirable.

Responsibilities will include – other duties may be assigned

Conduct protein expression and purification experiments through column chromatography via ÄKTA systems
Preparing and performing standard and difficult experiments in molecular biology, including cloning experiments, nucleic acid purification, and analysis and the control of the results
Maintenance and growth of cell cultures, including transfection and/or infection for production of proteins or virus-like particles
Care and operation of equipment
Assistance with stock control, organisation, and care of the lab environment
Preparation of media and buffers
General lab tasks

Your profile

Training qualification as a technical assistant (BTA, MTA, CTA) is a prerequisite.
Solid knowledge of standard molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and cell biology techniques
Experience in mammalian cell culture and/or working with viruses is an advantage
Comfortable with the use of technical, computer-controlled equipment
Interested in learning new procedures
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
Very good organizational skills
Willingness to work independently, reliably, and responsibly
Proficiency in MS Office applications

We offer

A permanent (prospective), crisis-proof position at the Martinsried site
An interesting and varied job at one of the largest institutes of the Max Planck Society
Flat hierarchies and an open-door culture
Thorough induction and training in handling hazardous substances
A wide range of further training and education opportunities (subject-specific and general, such as language courses, etc.)
Remuneration according to TVöD (federal) up to salary group 7-9, including an annual special payment, an annual individual performance-related bonus
30 days of vacation for a five-day week, additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve (December 24 and December 31)
Company pension (VBL), capital-forming benefits and other standard social benefits of the public sector (federal)
Flexible working hours (flexitime) and the reconciliation of work and family life through the institute's own childcare facilities and cooperation with a family service
In-house cafeteria / canteen
Active company health management and sports facilities (including a bouldering wall, tennis courts, company fitness through EGYM Wellpass)
Subsidy for the job ticket

The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society has set itself the goal of employing more severely disabled people. Applications from severely disabled people are expressly encouraged.

Have we aroused your interest? Please submit your application documents (pdf files) via the apply button by February 2, 2025.

For further information about the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, please see www.biochem.mpg.de/en.

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Updated at 01/02/2025

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