Genomics – NGS Lab Technician (f/m/x)
Full time39 h/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 Genomics Core Facility at Helmholtz Munich is recruiting a highly motivated Next Generation Sequencing technician (B.Sc./BTA/CTA/MTA) to join our team of experienced scientists. You will mainly be involved in high thoughput whole genome library preparation and sequencing and will have the opportunity to support various R&D projects for internal and external users, and will work closely with other team members to ensure the timely and effective completion of projects.
"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
- Handling sample submissions and quality control of DNA samples for WGS
- Preparation of libraries for WGS (manually and/or with liquid handling robots)
- Operation of Illumina sequencing machines
- Troubleshooting of technical problems in the sample preparation and sequencing workflows
- Support the seamless operation of the core (e.g., ordering, regular instrument QC, supply management)
Your profile
- Completed technical university education, e.g. bachelor's degree in biology/biotechnology or similar subjects or completed training as an MTA/ BTA/ CTA (biology lab technician) with equivalent skills and substantial professional experience
- Wet-lab experience and strong molecular biology lab skills
- Prior hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing technologies and library preparation methods including WGS library prep is a must. Training on robotics and Illumina sequencing instrumentation will be provided when necessary.
- Experience working with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Team player with strong communication skills and a proactive mindset, able to work in an international environment
- Written and oral communication skills in English and German
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 11. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term of 1 year but may be extended under certain circumstances.
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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