Technician for molecular lab work

For the Department of Fish Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture of IGB in Berlin-Friedrichshagen at Lake Müggelsee we are inviting applications for the position of a Technical assistant (m/f/x) supporting the investigation on the golden alga Prymnesium parvum within the ODER~SO project, starting as soon as possible and limited until 30.04.2026.

The work includes DNA extraction, qPCR quantification of Prymnesium parvum in river water samples taken as part of a multidisciplinary collaborative project ODER~SO funded by the Federal Ministry of Environment. The project aims at documenting impacts on aquatic organisms and their regeneration as well as precautionary research on potential future blooms of the golden alga Prymnesium parvum in the Odra basin.

• Support the sampling of the Odra river
• Carry out DNA extraction of the respective water samples
• Perform qPCR analysis of water samples
• Support a monitoring to assess the distribution and abundance of Prymnesium parvum in the Odra basin and other sampling sites
• Closely collaborate with other working groups in the project

Your profile

• Work experience as a lab technician with a focus on molecular techniques
• Experience in qPCR is required
• Driving license is required
• The will and ability to travel for the field work are essential
• Communication skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent German or excellent English skills are required

Our offer

We offer an interesting position in an international and dynamic scientific environment. We foster flat hierarchies and active participation. We allow maximum individual freedom, enabling everyone to develop and use their creativity to the best of their abilities.

Salary is paid according to the German salary scheme for the public sector (TVöD Bund). It is a full-time position (100 %). The position is principally suited for part-time work. The position is funded through a fixed-term project, limited until 30.04.2026.

The IGB is committed to diversity . We welcome every qualified application, regardless of sex and gender, origin, nationality, religion, belief, health and disabilities, age or sexual orientation. Disabled applicants with equal qualification and aptitude will be given preferential consideration.

Are you interested?

We look forward to receiving your application by 28.04.2025 with the usual documents (cover letter, CV, certificates, 2 references or contact data of two referees, all in a single file). Please state the job reference number 10/2025 and apply exclusively via our recruitment platform at www.igb-berlin.de/en/jobs .

Questions can be directed to Dr. Sven Würtz, head of the research group “Molecular Fish Physiology”, by phone (+49 30 64181-614) or by e-mail (wuertz@igb-berlin.de ).

\“Research for the future of our freshwaters\“ is the mission of IGB – Germany’s largest and one of the leading international centres for freshwater research. In order to investigate different aspects of freshwater ecosystems, their biota and societal relevance, we unit a wide range of disciplines and understand research as a joint effort. With more than 350 employees and guests from all over the world, we conduct research at five locations in Berlin and at Lake Stechlin (Brandenburg). IGB is a member of the German Leibniz Association and the Forschungsverbund Berlin e. V.

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