Technical Assistance for Next Generation Sequencing (m/f/d)

WHICH ARE NEXT Technical Assistant for Next Generation Sequencing (m/w/d) The Deep Sequencing Facility of the Max Planck Institute for Immunobiology and Epigenetics in Freiburg is looking for a dedicated technical assistance in part time to strengthen our team. As a central service unit, head of Dr. Ulrike Bönisch (https://www.ie-freiburg.mpg.de/de/deepseq), we support all research groups of the institute with a broad portfolio of modern NGS procedures. Our core competence lies in the continuous development of innovative technologies and their direct use in diverse research questions of our institute. The job is limited to two years. Volume part time 50%

Duration2 years

Remuneration max. E9b

Sample preparation for a wide range of depth sequencing projects with the aim of reducing throughput times without quality compromises Conducting and assessing quality controls independent operation and maintenance of our pipetting robots and sequencing equipment Cooperation in the development of new techniques and automation of process steps independent identification of bottlenecks and active introduction of solutions active participation in the laboratory seminars

Complete vocational training as technical assistance or a comparable qualification. Practical experience in our central technologies: production of sequence libraries, operation of pipetting robots and modern sequencing systems. Safe handling of basic data analysis tools such as QC evaluations, simple scripts and tabular data processing. routine in software-based laboratory management including documentation, Sample tracking and digital process management. Funded laboratory safety knowledge and responsible handling of equipment, samples and reagents. Very good knowledge of English in word and writing. Basic understanding of a digitally networked laboratory: ability to think devices, software and workflows as an integrated overall system, design processes structured, efficient and without redundancy.

Embedded in a region that connects Germany, France and Switzerland, our institute offers an international research environment with outstanding infrastructure facilities and a positive working environment that places great emphasis on the reconciliation of work and private life. A fee after TVöD up to max. E09b group of charges in the event of collective and personal conditions Social benefits according to the public service (VBL) Additional performance-oriented compensation component Further training and development opportunities Activity in a modern working environment Good connection to the ÖPNV and grant to the job ticket Meals by walking distance shopping Dual Career Support and Welcome Service Family-friendly offers (associated daycare at the institute, co-child room, still room)