Your Role:
As a key member of our Applications team, you will report directly to the Application Services unit while closely supporting the Application Development unit. We are seeking a motivated and skilled lab technician to enhance our single-cell biopsy collection capabilities and manage our RNA library preparation and quality control pipeline. In this role, you will utilize the most sensitive and advanced protocols for ultra-low input RNA-Seq, making a significant contribution to the development of innovative technologies that are redefining genomics.
This dynamic position requires a balance of hands-on wet lab experiments—including single-cell biopsy collection, cell culture, and RNA library preparation—with essential laboratory management. You will assume responsibility for the lab's operations, ensuring efficient functioning of our laboratory and cell culture areas. This involves maintaining biosafety standards, managing supplies, and optimizing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support our units.
Your Key Duties:
- Collect single-cell biopsy samples for application development and customer projects.
- Execute NGS RNA library preparation, quantification (e.g., qPCR, automated electrophoresis), and rigorous quality control.
- Operate and maintain specialized instruments (FluidFM Omnium, Fragment Analyzer, etc.).
- Manage laboratory and cell culture housekeeping, including maintaining inventory, ordering supplies, preparing aliquots and stock solutions, and ensuring biosafety compliance.
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of experimental procedures and results using an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN).
- Collaborate with the development team to continuously improve protocols, define SOPs, and support the planning of experimental activities.
Who You Are:
- Meticulous: You treat every sample as irreplaceable, as it often is in our field.
- Reliable: Your colleagues trust that the data in your notebook aligns with what is in the tube.
- Hands-on: You prefer the bench to the desk, taking ownership of the lab space to keep it running smoothly.
- Collaborative: You thrive in a small, tight-knit team where everyone's contributions are visible and valued.
- Self-organized: You manage your time efficiently, identify issues early, and proactively take action.
Your Profile:
- Completed apprenticeship as a laboratory technician with a specialization in biology, or a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, or a related field.
- Profound knowledge of molecular biology techniques such as RNA extraction and enrichment, PCR, qPCR, capillary electrophoresis, etc.
- Proficient in mammalian cell culture techniques (Biosafety level 2).
- Experience in laboratory housekeeping procedures, including maintaining inventory, ordering supplies, and preparing stock solutions.
- Experience using an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) or Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Fully proficient in English (fluent in communication, reading, and writing), with basic knowledge of German as a strong plus.
- Desirable: Work experience with single-cell RNA-seq, preferably using low-input RNA-seq protocols such as SMART-seq, FLASH-seq, or other commercial kits.
- Desirable: Work experience in a GLP-compliant lab or familiarity with ISO 17025.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.