Technical Assistant (VMTA/BTA/CTA/MTA) (f/m/x) - Cell Therapy Project
Full time39 hrs./week
Neuherberg near Munich
We are Helmholtz Munich. In a rapidly changing world we discover breakthrough solutions for better health.
Our research is focused within the areas of metabolic health/diabetes, environmental health, molecular targets and therapies, cell programming and repair, bioengineering, and computational health. Through this research, we build the foundations for medical innovation. Together with our partners, we seek to accelerate the transfer of our research, so that laboratory ideas can reach society and improve people’s quality of life at the fastest rate possible.
Join us and use your talents and passion as we work together to drive forward scientific progress.
The Institute of Translational Stem Cell Research (ITS), headed by Prof. Henrik Semb, focuses on pancreas development and developing stem-cell-based therapies to treat patients with Type 1 Diabetes.
ITS focuses on using human pluripotent stem cells as a tool to elucidate basic mechanisms in morphogenesis and to understand how tissue architecture controls cell lineage commitment. Additionally, we aim to develop advanced therapies for Type 1 Diabetes. You will be part of completing this work.
We are seeking an enthusiastic technical assistant (f/m/x) with a background in stem cell biology to join our team at ITS. This exciting opportunity involves working on uncovering the regulatory mechanisms of extracellular signals during pancreatic development. The position is limited to 1.5 years, starting as soon as possible.
"We believe that excellent research requires a range of different perspectives. Diverse teams reach better solutions and are more innovative in their research topics.
Establishing our Diversity Management Strategy demonstrates our commitment to ensuring an appreciative company culture based on mutual respect. We are also implementing diversity-sensitive processes throughout our whole organization."
Your tasks
- Culture and differentiate human pluripotent stem cells toward pancreatic lineages in 2D and 3D culture systems while adhering to protocols and ensuring high-quality standards
- Carry out quality control of cell cultures using flow cytometry, imaging, and molecular biology techniques on routine basis
- Interpret results, present to the lab team, and provide input on the project's direction
- Assist with the daily maintenance of the lab, ensuring the completion of routine lab tasks, ordering, and delivering of supplies and maintenance of lab stocks
Your profile
- Training as a technical assistant or equivalent qualification (e.g. biology lab technician); University graduates (BSc) with an interest in the field of stem cells are encouraged to apply
- Experience with stem cell culture and differentiation is required
- Experience with flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, and molecular biology techniques
- Ability to work efficiently in a team: strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
- Proficient knowledge of English (verbal and written) is required; knowledge of German language skills is desired
Benefits
- Personal Development: Continuous education and training
- Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays
- Family Support: Child care, holiday care, care for the elderly
- Retirement Provision: Company pension plan
Since 2005, we hold the TOTAL E-QUALITY award for exemplary action in the sense of an equal-opportunity organizational culture.
Helmholtz Munich is actively committed to diversity and inclusion in practice and is sustainably committed to equality.
The Diversity Charter has set itself the goal of promoting diversity in the world of work. By signing the charter, we commit ourselves to create an appreciative working environment for all employees.
If you fulfil all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 9. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). This position is limited until 15.10.2026.
We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference. If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree. Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.
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