MTA / BTA / Biology Laboratory Technician DNA Laboratory

Institute of Forensic Medicine In the Department of Forensic Genetics, DNA and RNA analytical trace examinations and identifications are carried out on behalf of courts, public prosecutors and police authorities, as well as paternity tests on behalf of courts and private clients. Join our team Come and join our team and support us at the earliest possible date, initially limited to 2 years.

• Processing of police exhibits with biological traces as well as sample collection from test persons in the context of paternity tests
• Application of molecular genetic techniques (DNA and RNA extraction, RT-PCR, multiplex PCR, capillary electrophoresis) in routine analytics
• General LIMS-supported administrative tasks in routine operations, e.g. sample and order management as well as equipment maintenance or ordering
• Participation in and support of internal quality management
• Participation in research projects as well as opportunities for further training and continuing education

• Successfully completed vocational training as MTA, BTA, CTA or biology laboratory technician or a comparable qualification with professional experience
• Practical experience in molecular genetic techniques in the field of forensic genetics is an advantage
• Reliability, sense of responsibility, organizational skills as well as team and communication skills are required
• High motivation and interest in familiarizing yourself with new techniques, as well as a pronounced ability to work independently
• Good German language skills and basic English language skills in written and spoken form, as well as confident PC skills, especially in using MS Office (Word and Excel), experience with laboratory information systems is an advantage