The Role
Our business is growing and to ensure that this growth continues further, we want you to strengthen our Molecular Biology capabilities in R&D. In your role as a Technician, your work is skilful and precise execution of laboratory experiments related to molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry.
Your key responsibilities will be:
1. Performing laboratory experiments using mainly following techniques: PCR, qPCR, isolation of genomic and plasmid DNA, growing microbial cultures (bacteria, fungi) on solid and liquid media (shake flask), and SDS PAGE. You also contribute to laboratory functionality
2. In addition to daily laboratory operations, your work includes documentation and compilation of experimental results as basis for regular reporting to your Line Manager and the Responsible Scientist
3. Executing tasks according to the defined specifications, the timelines, and the priorities which are supervised and supported by the Responsible Scientist
About You
4. Apprenticeship as biological laboratory technician (Biologielaborant/in or BTA) or equivalent
5. Familiarity with sterile techniques and working in S1/S2 biological safety level laboratories
6. Practical experiences with standard technologies in molecular biology and microbiology like PCR, qPCR, DNA isolation and cultivation of bacteria / fungi
7. Experiences with bacterial and fungal production platforms is a Plus
8. We are looking for a reliable team player and we appreciate a high level of responsibility and accountability and willingness to further develop your skills
9. You are working with high accuracy and have a pragmatic and independent working style with the ability to prioritize for efficient throughput
10. We are expecting you to adhere to our agreed high standards and HSE practices
11. Good command of spoken and written English & German
Why Us
12. An opportunity in an exciting and growing industry with business development prospects which are based on a future proof & sustainable technology
13. An international working environment with the chance to further develop yourself personally and professionally
14. A challenging and multifaceted employment opportunity with long-term perspective in a fast-growing leading company in the enzyme industry
15. A progressive, team-oriented management which supports you through open communication and accessibility
16. A modern, creative and innovative company that achieves success through its people
17. Competitive compensation and benefits package
18. You will find a collaborative and open-minded culture, flat hierarchies and a ‘people first’ attitude
19. Future career opportunities through our ABF network
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.
If you are interested in this position, we look forward to receiving your application together with your salary expectations.
AB Enzymes
Location: Feldbergstrasse 78, 64293 Darmstadt, Germany