Lab technician (f/m/d)

Overview

We are looking for a motivated person with technical education and experience in general scientific instrumentation, experimental techniques and computer technology to join our scientific team on a long-term basis. You will join our researcher team in the everyday work in laboratory environment, help with computer-related problems and support our research activities.

Company

Berlin

Job location

Berlin

Contact person

Tel. +49 (0)

Published

15. January 2026

Deadline

31. March 2026

Responsibilities

• General and operational laboratory support.
• Design and implementation of simple mechanical arrangements.
• Implementation and tests of new devices.
• Organization of opto-electronic measuring stations and measuring electronics.
• Documentation of IT issues (ticketing).
• Maintenance of the software licenses and of the hardware of the division in cooperation with the central IT.
• Configuration of the Windows computers at the division.

Requirements

• Completed vocational training in the technical field or comparable professional experience with a technical background.
• You are reliable, independently working person with sensitivity on technical details.
• You are highly motivated, well organized, open-minded person with good problem-solving skills.
• You communicate in a gentle and effective way. Both your German and English are fluent.
• You have deep knowledge of current Windows operating systems (Win 7 and above).
• Experience with CAD software for mechanical design and/or for ray-tracing of optical components (for instance, Zemax, ASAP) is highly appreciated.
• Experience with vacuum technology, optics and laser technology is an advantage.

Our offer

• The payment is according to the German TVöD (treaty for public German service). We are offering a fixed term employment contract for a duration of two years.
• MBI is an equal-opportunity employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.
• If equally qualified, severely handicapped persons are given preference.
• MBI supports the reconcilability of family and working life and is certified by the audit workandfamily (audit berufundfamilie) as a family-friendly employer.

Please upload your application, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, certificates and description of previous professional activities electronically via the MBI online recruiting platform at Complete applications are to be sent by .