Technical Assistant (f/m/x)

DZNE is a world-leading, internationally oriented center for cutting-edge research into diseases of the nervous system. With its outstanding research personalities and state-of-the-art infrastructure, it offers the best conditions for publications and results at the highest level. Around 1,200 employees at 10 locations in Germany are working together on new approaches to better understand and effectively combat diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS. That is our goal – maybe soon yours too? Become part of the DZNE and support us in realizing our research strategy (www.dzne.de).

Technical Assistant (f/m/x)
Code 1351/2024/9

A research technician position (100%) is available to work with Dr. Sinead O’Sullivan within the working group of Prof. Dr. Donato Di Monte at the DZNE Bonn. The research focus of this team is on molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s disease.

Your role in detail

The successful applicant will assist with all aspects of the experimental work (i.e., execution of experiments and analytical assays) and will become an integral part of our international scientific team. Good organizational and time management skills are important, and the ability to work accurately and independently is a key part of this project.

Specifically, this position will involve in vivo work with mice, histology (e.g., tissue cutting, staining and brightfield / confocal microscopy) as well as biochemical and molecular biology techniques.

Your qualifications

• Candidates with a BTA, MTA (Biologisch-, Medizinisch-Technischer Assistent [f/m/x]) or higher degree (Bachelor or Master) are encouraged to apply
• FELASA accreditation is necessary
• We are looking for candidates with hands-on experience in experimental animal work, familiarity with histology or biochemistry techniques is a strong plus
• Previous experience in Neuroscience research would be very beneficial
• We are looking for candidates with a good command of the English language; knowledge of the German language would also be desirable but not necessary
• Good communication and organizational skills are a requirement for this position

What our employees value

• Innovation and internationality a forward-looking infrastructure, modern laboratory and office equipment, software tools, and the opportunity for international exchange with your colleagues from 65 nations
• Work-life balance – we reconcile work and private life with flexible working hours, mobile working, 30 days’ holiday (on top free on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve), and subsidized job / Germany ticket options
• Family-conscious corporate culture – because we know that familie is important, we support you with parent-child offices, family services, and daycare cooperations
• Health promotion – through our extensive range of company health programms, in cooperation with Sozialwerk.Bund
• Focus on development – training programms tailored to your individual needs and annual HR development meetings for concrete prospects and potential development
• Remuneration and conditions according to TVöD-Bund – including annual special payment, capital-forming benefits, and VBL supplementary pension scheme
• Job with prospects – the position, which is initially limited to 1 year, offers the opportunity to become a permanent position
• Personalized onboarding – for a good start to your new professional challenge
• A feel-good working environment – our Bonn employees enjoy a campus surrounded by greenery, with on-site parking and public transport connections as well as our company restaurant

In case of any questions please contact Dr. Sinead O’Sullivan (+49 (0) 228 43302 579).

You will obtain special skills and knowledge for your scientific qualification during your activities at DZNE. The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. It especially welcomes and encourages disabled individuals to apply.