Research Technician (f/m/d)

About the institute

The Max Planck Institute of Biophysics in Frankfurt is a leading international research institute that uses biophysical, biochemical and computational methods to investigate the structure, dynamics and function of cellular systems at the molecular scale. It consists of four scientific departments, multiple research groups and scientific core facilities, with about 200 employees from more than 25 countries.

About the department

The Membrane Dynamics department aims to understand the underlying physical principles and molecular mechanisms that govern membrane organization and dynamics. We focus our research on mitochondrial changes during apoptosis as well as on membrane permeabilization as a common feature in the execution of regulated cell death. To this end, we have established a multidisciplinary department that develops new microscopy tools and combines advanced microscopy, biophysics, biochemistry, cell biology and mouse models. Therefore we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Technician (f/m/d).

The candidate will strengthen the biochemistry and cell biology part of our Interdisciplinary group and working closely with colleagues coming from diverse backgrounds. Specifically, the candidate will help designing, conducting and analyzing experiments and will carry out individual research projects. The candidate will support our scientific vision by applying a broad range of biochemical and molecular biology techniques, like light microscopy, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and cellular activity assays. Experience with and knowledge of molecular biological techniques, such as molecular cloning, cell culture, protein expression, biochemical assays and purification are required for this position.

Your tasks

• Molecular biology: cloning, qPCR
• Biochemical analysis of protein: purification, characterization, WB blots, labeling
• CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing
• Cell culture: bacterial, insect, mammalian
• Plate reader assays and protein activity assays
• Operating and maintaining lab equipment and organization

Your qualification

• Completed training as a BTA/MTA or BSc in biochemistry, molecular biology, biomedical science, or equivalent
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology and biochemistry techniques
• Extensive knowledge of protein biochemistry and cell biology
• Independent, well-organized and reliable work style
• Communicative and interested in the interdisciplinary field thereby contributing to an open and interactive lab culture
• Good English and German communication skills
• IT skills (MS Office)

Our offer

• A responsible, independent and varied job
• A motivated team within an international working environment with flat hierarchies
• Employment with all the benefits of the public sector in a friendly and dynamic working environment, also available on a part-time basis
• Work-life balance thanks to a high degree of flexibility
• The institute's own childcare facilities within walking distance of the workplace
• A company pension scheme (VBL)
• A wide range of training and development opportunities
• The “Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket” – a job ticket valid throughout Germany (optional)

The salary is in accordance with the German federal public service salary scale (TVöD) up to E09B. The position will be available starting from the 1^st of July and will be initially limited for 2 years with the possibility of an extension.

Your application

To apply, please send a cover letter (one page maximum), a curriculum vitae, and the contact details of 2-3 references via https://www.biophys.mpg.de/open-positions until June 30, 2024.

The Max Planck Society strives for gender equity and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. The Max Planck Society aims to employ more disabled people. Applications from disabled persons are therefore expressly encouraged.