Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) for Molecular Biology and Cell Culture

at  FriedrichAlexanderUniversitt ErlangenNrnberg

Your workplace
The Junior Professorship for Sensory Sciences at the Faculty of Sciences at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) is an innovative position dedicated to research and application in sensory sciences. The aim of this professorship is to gain new insights into the human senses and their influence on chemical and pharmaceutical products. An interdisciplinary team uses modern methods and technologies to enhance the perception and evaluation of products.

Our benefits

• Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
• 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
• Flexible working hours and models and the possibility to take time off in lieu
• Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme
• Family-friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays
• A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
• Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
• Joint team activities
• Collegial working environment with a very good working atmosphere
• Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
• Offices within comfortable walking distance of public transport
• Active health management

Your Tasks

• Independent extraction and dissection of primary neurons from rodents and cultivation of cell lines and primary cells
• Autonomous execution of genetic manipulations (e.g. transfection and transduction) using lentiviral and adenoviral vectors (Safety level S2)
• Support in laboratory organization, including equipment maintenance, inventory management and documentation of workflows
• Adherence to operating procedures and ensuring compliance with safety and institutional policies
• Methodical teaching of students and support in preparation of experiments

Your Profile

• Completed training as a biological-technical assistant (BTA) and comparable qualification with
• First professional experience in the specified field of activity
• Training in Molecular Biology and Cell Biology
• FELASA certificate and experience in extraction and dissection of tissue from rodents
• In-depth practical experience with cell cultures
• Experience with genetic engineering techniques and work in facilities at biosafety level S2 desirable
• Basic computer skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Very good knowledge of English (at least C1 level)
• General interest in neurobiology and biomaterials
• Work in a precise, careful and a well-structured way with recurring tasks
• Confident and friendly demeanor, with a service-oriented mentality
• Ability to work in a team in a multinational environment

Supplementary description
Initial 1-year project-based contract with the possibility for extension.
Application deadline
2024-11-21
Title
Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) for Molecular Biology and Cell Culture at the Junior Professorship for Sensory Sciences (m/w/d)
Job start date
2025-02-01
Payment
E9b
Working time
part time
Weekly working hours
20,00
Temporary Contract
yes
Period of Temporary Contract
12 Months
Further general conditions
Location
Henkestraße 91
91052 Erlangen
Contact
Prof. Dr. Danijela Gregurec
Tel.: +49 9131 85-25859

• Independent extraction and dissection of primary neurons from rodents and cultivation of cell lines and primary cells
• Autonomous execution of genetic manipulations (e.g. transfection and transduction) using lentiviral and adenoviral vectors (Safety level S2)
• Support in laboratory organization, including equipment maintenance, inventory management and documentation of workflows
• Adherence to operating procedures and ensuring compliance with safety and institutional policies
• Methodical teaching of students and support in preparation of experiment