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Technical Assistant for Next Generation-Sequencing (m/f/div)

The Deep Sequencing Facility of the Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics in Freiburg is seeking a dedicated part‑time technical assistant to join our team at the earliest possible opportunity. As a central service unit, headed by Dr. Ulrike Bönisch (), we support all research groups at the institute with a broad portfolio of modern NGS applications. Our core expertise lies in the continuous development of innovative technologies and their direct implementation in the diverse research projects conducted at our institute.

The position is initially for a fixed term of two years.

YOUR TASKS:

Preparation of samples for a wide range of deep‑sequencing projects, with the goal of reducing turnaround times while maintaining high quality
Independent execution and evaluation of quality control steps
Independent operation and routine maintenance of pipetting robots and sequencing instruments
Contribution to the development of new techniques and automation of workflows
Identification of bottlenecks and proactive development of solutions
Active participation in laboratory seminars and team discussions

YOUR PROFILE:

Completed vocational training as a technical assistant or a comparable qualification
Practical experience in our core technologies: preparation of sequencing libraries, operation of pipetting robots, and modern sequencing systems
Confident use of basic data analysis tools such as QC evaluations, simple scripts, and tabular data processing
Routine in software‑supported lab management, including documentation, sample tracking, and digital process workflows
Solid laboratory safety knowledge and responsible handling of equipment, samples, and reagents
Very good English skills, spoken and written
Basic understanding of a digitally networked laboratory: ability to view instruments, software, and workflows as an integrated system and to design processes in a structured, efficient, and non‑redundant manner

WE OFFER:

Located in a region that connects Germany, France and Switzerland, our institute offers an international research environment with outstanding infrastructure facilities and a positive working atmosphere that places a high value on work-life balance.

Payment according to TVöD up to a maximum of E9b if the collectively agreed and personal requirements are fulfilled
Social benefits in line with public service (VBL)
Additional performance-related remuneration component
Professional training and development opportunities
Good public transport connections and subsidy for job ticket
Challenging work in a modern working environment
Catering provided facilities within walking distance
Dual-Career-Support and Welcome-Service
Family-friendly offers (affiliated day care center at the institute, parent-child room, breastfeeding room)

Max Planck Institute for
Immunobiology and Epigenetics
HR Department
Stübeweg 51
79108 Freiburg

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Have we sparked your interest? Please apply with your complete application documents (letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, certificates) via our at until 15.07.2026.

The Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics (MPI-IE) in Freiburg, Germany is an interdisciplinary research institution that conducts basic research in two key areas of modern biology: Immunobiology and Epigenetics. Central questions address the molecular basis of cell type identities, as they are regulated during immune cell differentiation, metabolic response and epigenetic chromatin adaptation.

We value and promote diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, so we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from severely disabled people. We would also like to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore expressly encourage women to apply.

Max Planck Institute for
Immunobiology and Epigenetics
HR Department
Stübeweg 51
79108 Freiburg