Technical Assistant (m/f/d)

The Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) in the Helmholtz Association is an international biomedical research center dedicated to understanding the molecular mechanisms of health and disease with the goal to devise new diagnostics and medicines. The MDC is a member of the Helmholtz Association, Germany’s largest scientific organization, and offers an engaging research environment with cutting-edge research infrastructure. Currently, ~1250 employees and ~500 guest scientists work at the Berlin-Buch and Berlin-Mitte campuses. Our diverse workforce is a core strength that inspires creativity and innovation at the MDC.

The MDC is committed to improving human health through transformative biomedical research. Our goal is to pioneer discoveries for preventing, treating, and ultimately curing disease.

The MDC has also launched a Systems Biology program, the Berlin Institute for Medical Systems Biology (BIMSB), to integrate systems biology and systems medicine approaches. BIMSB is located in a dedicated research building in the Center of Berlin. The Flow Cytometry Service at the Genomics Platform of the BIMSB provides comprehensive flow cytometry solutions with a special focus to downstream single cell RNA sequencing assays. Equipped with state-of-the-art instruments, our facility offers high-parameter analysis and cell sorting to support a wide range of applications. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Technical Assistant (m/f/d) to support the Flow Cytometry Service within our Genomics Platform.

Job Description

The Flow Cytometry team provides expert guidance on experimental design, data acquisition, and analysis, helping researchers to maximize data quality and achieve reproducible results. This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to pioneering research in a dynamic, collaborative environment at the forefront of genomics and systems biology.

Key responsibilities:

• Assistance of flow cytometry experiments and cell sorting to support users and their various research projects.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate flow cytometry instruments (FACSAriaIII, FACSAriaFusion, LSRFortessa X-20, FACSDiscover S8).
• Guide and support researchers in the planning and execution of flow cytometry experiments.
• Troubleshoot experiments.
• Minor repairs of instruments.
• Manage sample inventory and data in a systematic and organized database.

Requirements

• Completed training as a technical assistant (BTA, MTA, CTA) (m/f/d) or a comparable qualification in biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry (Bachelor or Master).
• Solid knowledge and, ideally, practical experience in flow cytometry.
• Strong organizational skills and a high sense of responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Experience with working in a S2/BL2 lab is a plus.
• Knowledge in genomic technologies is an advantage.

We offer

• International working environment with communication in English and German.
• Interesting career opportunities and a range of opportunities for further qualification and training.
• Compatibility of family and career certified by the workandfamily audit (“berufundfamilie audit”).
• Support for „New Berliners“ through the MDC Welcome & Family Office.
• On-campus health and fitness center.

You also benefit from:

• A remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemes.
• Flexible working hours and childcare support.
• Subsidy for the job ticket as well as discounts in the campus canteen.
• Additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye test, ergonomics advice at the workplace.

Remuneration will be according to the TVöD Bund, depending on the personal requirements, up to the fee group 9b.

Full Time

Desired starting date: February 01, 2025

Limitation: Fixed Term
The position is limited to one year.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: MDC values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive, fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or other personal characteristics. We recognize that creating diverse teams that represent a broad range of experiences, perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our work and research. We welcome applications from open-minded people who embrace working together in a diverse environment. Applications from severely disabled people will be given particular consideration.

Application: Please use our online portal and submit your application including a cover letter, CV (without photo, age and information about your family status) and other relevant attachments.
If you have a foreign degree, please submit proof of the recognition of your Master’s degree in Germany with your application. The proof can be determined via the anabin database and can be submitted as a PDF attachment to the application. Further information can be found at Recognition of Degrees and Achievements.

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