Technical Assistant molecular biology (m/f/d)

Founded in 1817, the Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung (SGN) is one of the most important research institutions in the area of biological diversity. At our twelve sites in Germany, scientists from over 40 nations conduct cutting-edge research on an international level. Located in Saxony’s capital, the Senckenberg Natural History Collections provide excellent research collaborations in the historic city of Dresden.

Senckenberg is committed to study the causes and effects of biodiversity loss in the Anthropocene. As part of our strategic development, we launched an ambitious long-term research effort in “Anthropocene Biodiversity Loss” encompassing the modules “Collectomics”, “Biodiversity Genomics”, and “Solution Labs”. Objectives include the transformation of natural history collections into the digital era, studying biodiversity from the genome to the ecosystem levels and offering exploratory spaces for science and society to develop common solutions to Anthropocene challenges.

Within this research effort, Senckenberg takes innovative steps in collection-based research and data science. The objective of “Collectomics” is to make current and future natural history collections digitally accessible and to improve integration and collaboration across regions, collections, and disciplines. This will enable broader, more holistic biodiversity research, for the benefit of people and nature.

For its Senckenberg Natural History Collections Dresden,the Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung with headquarters in Frankfurt (Main) is seeking to fill the position of a

Technical Assistant (m/f/d)

(molecular biology)

(part-time 80%, 20 months)

as soon as possible.

Your tasks

• DNA Isolation from insect tissues in a special laboratory for historic DNA
• Preparation of NGS shotgun libraries with special protocols for hDNA
• Cross-sectional tasks in the field of collection and preservation
• Quality assurance of NGS data

Your profile

• Completed vocational training as a biologic laboratory technician or biotechnical assistant in molecular biology or a related discipline or a comparable qualification
• Experienced in DNA isolation and proficient in pipetting
• Excellent team worker, highly motivated, keen to take the initiative and to contribute, and with a strong sense of responsibility
• Very good communication skills in English and German 

Experience and skills in the following areas are desirable

• Preparing sequencing using NGS
• Molecular genetic sample collection management
• No fear of learning quality control of NGS data

We offer

• Excellent working conditions in the inspiring environment of a globally recognized research institution
• Flexible working hours, mobile working options, support with childcare or caring for family members (certified by "audit berufundfamilie"), open and cooperative atmosphere
• Special annual payment, 30 days leave p.a., company pension scheme
• Free entry to numerous museums
• Life in the vibrant city of Dresden, a major European culture and science hub

Location: Dresden, working hours: part time (80%), position: Project-based for 20 months, salary: E 6 according to collective bargaining agreement of the German Länder (TV-L)

Senckenberg is committed to diversity. We benefit from the different expertise, perspectives and personalities of our staff and welcome every application from qualified candidates, irrespective of age, gender, ethnic or cultural origin, religion and ideology, sexual orientation and identity or disability. Applicants with a severe disability will be given special consideration in case of equal suitability. Senckenberg actively supports the compatibility of work and family and places great emphasis on an equal and inclusive work culture. The legal regulations regarding part-time work are met.

How to apply?

Please send your complete and comprehensive application (motivation letter, CV, high school certificates, vocational training certificates, reference letters) electronically (as one single PDF) to recruiting(at)senckenberg.de stating the reference “#07-25002 TA molecular biology m/f/d” by March 5, 2025 or apply online, using the application form on our website www.senckenberg.de/de/karriere/bewerbung/

Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung

Senckenberganlage 25

60325 Frankfurt a.M.

E-Mail: recruiting(at)senckenberg.de

If you have any specific questions about the position, please contact Dr. Anna Hundsdörfer at anna.hundsdoerfer(at)senckenberg.de

Please visit our website at www.senckenberg.de for further information about the Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung.