Area of research: Scientific support staff Part-Time Suitability: The position is suitable for part-time employment. Job description: Helmholtz Zentrum München is a research center with the mission to discover personalized medical solutions for the prevention and therapy of environmentally triggered diseases and promote a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. The Institute of Environmental Medicine is engaged in basic and translational research on environment-human interaction with a focus on allergic diseases. New infectious diseases such as COVID-19 affect many areas of life and it is largely unclear which factors influence disease progression. To be better prepared in the future, the Institute of Environmental Medicine is studying the pathological effects of infection on the upper (nose/throat) and lower airways (lungs), the role of burdensome pre-existing conditions such as asthma/allergies on disease progression, and the prevention and management of future pandemics, particularly those caused by aerosol-borne viruses. Our team in Augsburg consists of 6 research groups with a total of 40 employees and is looking for immediate reinforcement in the field of aerosol research for the establishment of new modules in the BSL2 laboratory in Augsburg and the expansion of the connection to the emerging BSL3 laboratory at the Neuherberg site. The advertised position will be filled within the PERFORM-REACT EU project for a limited period until 31.07.2023. Full time Augsburg Professionals Your responsibilities Establishing nucleic acid analytic facility using Illumina Technology (MiSeq and NextSeq) and PCR-Technology (Digital PCR, qPCR) Setup of instruments and workflow Standardize the analysis of environmental/human samples and supernatants from cells/tissue Standardize data output and prepare for high throughput Ordering of reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring quality documentation and data handling Training of other group members in using DNA and RNA analytical methods Your qualifications
A degree of Master of Science in Biomedical Research A strong background in chemistry/biochemistry, biotechnology or molecular biology Prior experience with sequencing, PCR-Tools and high throughput analysis Experience with low input material from human or environmental samples for microbiome, transcriptome,metabarcoding or absolute quantification Prior experience as technical assistant or lab manager Excellent communication skills in English and preferably also German Strong team-, communication – and organizational skills Independent, diligent and responsible work attitude, analytical thinking, knowledge in working with infectious samples What we offer you work-life balance flexible working hours & working-time models continuous education and training 30 days annual leave on-site health management service home office options elder care company pension scheme discounted public transport ticket Remuneration and social benefits are based on the collective wage agreement for public-sector employees at federal level (TV EntgO Bund).
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