SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE LEIPZIG
Developmental and Evolutionary Biology & Genetics Behavioral Sciences Cognitive Research
Job Offer from July 06, 2022
The Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology unites scientists with various backgrounds (natural sciences and humanities) whose aim is to investigate the history of humankind from an interdisciplinary perspective with the help of comparative analyses of genes, cultures, cognitive abilities, languages and social systems of past and present human populations as well as those of primates closely related to human beings.
We are looking for a skilled technical assistant or lab technician (f/m/d, full-time or part-time) to support molecular genetics and cell culture-related research in the Department of Primate Behavior and Evolution.
Your tasks
You will support the scientific staff of the Department in tasks related to genetic and genomic data generation and cell culture maintenance and experimental execution, with a focus on biological samples and cell lines from nonhuman primates. You will report directly to department Director Professor Jenny Tung and Senior Scientist Dr. Genevieve Housman. You will also contribute to wet lab organization and purchasing and may support student training in molecular techniques.
Your profile
We expect a committed and collaborative person, who enjoys learning and executing new lab techniques. The ideal candidate will have previous experience with culture of immortalized and primary lines, high-throughput library preparation, and DNA and RNA extraction. Experience with establishing, maintaining, and differentiating induced pluripotent stem cell lines is a strong plus.
We require state recognition as a technical assistant or lab technician, or demonstration of comparable training and corresponding professional experience and skills. In addition, we require you to be fully conversant with the MS Office package and have excellent communication skills in German and English. Other important traits include the ability to work independently, the ability to multi-task, and a strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and careful record keeping are essential. Because of the nature of cell culture work, on occasion it may sometimes become necessary to work in the evenings or on weekends. Having the flexibility to accommodate such schedule shifts is important.
Our offer
We offer a stimulating job in a young, scientifically oriented international team. The Max Planck Society offers its employees a comprehensive training program and social benefits in accordance with the regulations of the public service.
The position is available from 1 September 2022, though an earlier or later start may be negotiated. Part-time working may be agreed. The position is initially limited to 2 years. Following that, a permanent contract is possible, subject to a successful review. The position is funded according to the collective agreement of the public service (TVöD Bund).
Your application
Please submit your application in English by 29 July 2022 including the following:
- Cover letter, explaining why you consider yourself a good candidate
- Your CV
- Copies of relevant certificates
- Reference letters (ideally two from previous employers)
We look forward to receiving your completed online application. Only complete submissions via this link will be taken into consideration.
The Max Planck Society is committed to employing individuals with disabilities and especially encourages them to apply. Additionally, we seek to increase diversity of our workforce in areas where it is underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourage women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.
For queries, please contact: primevo_sec@eva.mpg.de.