Biological or Chemical Technical Assistant

The Institute of Biology II / Microbiology is looking for a Biological or Chemical-Technical Assistant (m/f/d)

• Application deadline: February 20, 2026
• Publication date: January 13, 2026
• Start date: At the earliest possible date.
• Scope of work: Part-time position (50%)
• ID no.: 00004557

Description

Their field of activity includes:

• the technical implementation of project-related investigations
• the coordination and organization of daily laboratory work as well as
• the supervision of students during internships

Your tasks include sample preparation/maintenance of computer-aided analytical instruments, microbiological (cultivation of microorganisms/fermentation) and molecular biological work (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR) as well as the preparation and execution of microbiological practical courses.

The ability to communicate in English and basic computer skills (Office, analytical software) are required. Experience in preparing and conducting practical courses with a microbiological focus, as well as in the cultivation/fermentation of microorganisms, is advantageous. We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in basic biological research, initiative in learning new tasks, flexibility in working hours, and above all, a willingness to collaborate intensively in an international team.

Remuneration is provided, subject to the fulfillment of personal and collective bargaining requirements, up to and including TV-L 9b.

The position is permanent.

We particularly welcome applications from women for the position advertised here.

Application

Please submit your application with comprehensive documents and supporting evidence, quoting reference number 00004557, by February 20, 2026 at the latest. Please send your application in writing or electronically to:

Institute of Biology II / Microbiology Professor Dr. M. Boll Schänzlestraße 1 79104 Freiburg

For further information, please contact Eva-Maria Schlütermann by phone at+49 761 203-2608or by emailat eva.schluetermann@biologie.uni-freiburg.de.