Job ID: 119396
Technical Assistant (BTA, MTA, VTA) (m/f/d) or Research Assistant (Diploma, Bachelor, Master) (m/f/d) for work with Rats
Position: Technician
Deadline: 1 September 2024
City: Frankfurt am Main
Country: Germany
Institution: Ernst Strüngmann Institute for Neuroscience
Department: Laurens Lab
Description:
The Ernst Strüngmann Institute gGmbH (ESI) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany is an independent, privately funded research institute specializing in basic biomedical research. It closely collaborates with the Max Planck Society. Founded in 2008, ESI currently hosts eight research groups and plans to employ about 150 staff members when fully operational.
We are looking for a full-time:
Technical Assistant (BTA, MTA, VTA) (m/f/d)
or Research Assistant (Diploma, Bachelor, Master) (m/f/d)
for work with rats
to support the laboratory of Dr. Jean Laurens. Experienced colleagues from the group are available for support and training. Compensation depends on qualification and experience and is in line with TVöD.
The job: The tasks of the Technical Assistant (TA; m/f/d) are diverse and can be broadly categorized into training and care of laboratory rats, assistance with scientific work, and general lab organization.
Training and care of animals: The laboratory conducts experimental brain research in the fields of spatial navigation. The TA will work closely with scientists to train rats in navigation tasks such as locating food in varying complexities of labyrinths. They will also assist veterinarians in veterinary care of animals.
Assistance in scientific work: Scientists benefit from the support of experienced and attentive TAs. This includes performing brain recordings in rats, assisting with data processing, preparing histological specimens, and assisting in surgeries. Depending on inclination and qualification, there is an opportunity for the successful applicant (m/f/d) to actively participate in research beyond the traditional duties of a TA.
General lab organization: Our TAs undertake crucial tasks to ensure the smooth running of daily lab operations. This includes tasks such as placing orders, maintaining order in the lab, and documenting scientific processes.
What you bring: We are looking for someone with a qualification as a Technical Assistant (m/f/d) in the biomedical field or someone who has gained relevant (practical) experience during their studies. Professional qualification or experience for work with animals is advantageous. Candidates should have good English skills and the ability to operate a computer. Beyond formal qualifications, we are looking for a team player (m/f/d) who thinks proactively and performs their tasks responsibly.
What we offer: Equal opportunities and diversity are important to us! All potential candidates are equally welcome and encouraged to apply. The ESI offers a family-friendly working environment with affordable childcare (children between 3 and 36 months) nearby, good public transport connections, and free parking on the institute’s premises.
How to apply: If this sounds like you, please send your application documents (resume, cover letter and reference letters if applicable) in electronic form (PDF format) by September 1st, 2024 to (hr-esi (at) esi-frankfurt.de). Paper submissions will not be considered. Please consider our Privacy Notice for applicants: https://www.esi-frankfurt.de/datenschutz/#jobs