· Ensure smooth day-to-day laboratory operations, including consumables, stock management, and general lab organization.
· Maintain accurate records and documentation of laboratory supplies, equipment and processes
· Ensure that standard lab equipment is ready for daily use, including troubleshooting, regular checks and documentation
· Provide backup support for procurement processes (ordering and receiving supplies) and logistics when required
· Support the Lab Manager and colleagues by providing guidance on routine questions, assisting in training workshops, and collaborating across departments
· Manage laboratory waste and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements
· Assist with the collection, registration, and processing of biological samples (e.g., blood, tissue, hair follicles, skin organ culture, cell isolation)
· Preparation and maintenance of training and testing materials, and maintenance of positive tissue samples.
· Contribute to the optimization of existing laboratory techniques (e.g., immunofluorescence staining) and support the implementation of new methods by preparing materials, running test batches, and documenting results
· Use of immunofluorescence and light microscopy, perform image analysis using established software (e.g., BZ-Analyzer, BZ Viewer, ImageJ).
· Identify and implement opportunities for workflow improvements and efficiency gains within lab operations
· Completed vocational training as a laboratory assistant (BTA, MTA), bachelor’s degree in a biology subject or a comparable qualification
· Initial experience in a biological research laboratory setting is an advantage, but not required
· Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and equipment is beneficial
· Experience in tissue microdissection (e.g. hair follicle transplantation, microdissection of mammal tissue) is an advantage
· Good computer skills (Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word)
· Strong organizational abilities, problem-solving skills and attention to detail
· Good coordination, time management, data collection and analysis
· Flexibility: Capacity to adapt to different tasks and changing priorities.
· Reliable team player with good communication skills, structured work approach, and a sense of responsibility
· Sound knowledge of English, spoken and written (company language is English); proficiency in German is an advantage, but not required
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