Technical Assistant (TA) (m/f/x)

Job Title

Technical Assistant (TA) (m/f/x)

Institution

Biomedical Center (BMC) LMU Munich

Location

Planegg, Germany

Start Date

As soon as possible (fixed‑term for two years, with possibility of extension)

Employment Type

Full‑time (100%) or part‑time

About Us

The Munich Cluster for Systems Neurology (SyNergy) is a German Excellence Strategy research centre dedicated to understanding how neurodegenerative, inflammatory, and vascular mechanisms interact in brain diseases. It brings together experts in neuroscience, immunology, vascular biology, and clinical neurology to study complex disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, and multiple sclerosis, supported by advanced imaging, omics, and technology platforms. We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Assistant (TA) to join our newly established iPSC and Brain Organoid Technology Hub, which will serve as a central resource for generating, maintaining, and differentiating human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and developing neuronal 2D and 3D organoid models. The TA will support standardized workflows, QC and efficient lab operations.

Your Tasks And Responsibilities

• Culture, maintenance, and quality control of human iPSC lines
• Differentiation of iPSCs into neural progenitors, neurons, glial cells, and/or 3D brain organoids
• Execution of sterile cell‑culture workflows including passaging, freezing, thawing and biobanking
• Support in gene‑editing workflows (e.g., CRISPR/Cas9)
• Routine phenotypic or marker characterization using molecular/cellular biology techniques
• Organisation of consumables, reagents and equipment within the technology hub
• Technical support for researchers using the platform, including adherence to safety and biosafety procedures

Your Qualifications

• Completed training as BTA, MTA, CTA or comparable laboratory qualification
• Practical experience in cell culture; iPSCs, stem cells or organoid systems is highly desirable
• Experience with or interest in gene editing (CRISPR/Cas9, molecular cloning or related techniques)
• Strong attention to detail, reliability and ability to follow SOPs
• Team‑oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate across disciplines
• Proficiency in English (written & spoken for lab communication and documentation)
• German language skills are optional and considered an asset

Benefits

• Central role in establishing a cutting‑edge iPSC Technology Hub
• Work within a leading Excellence Cluster using modern equipment and advanced methodologies
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary research teams and clinical partners
• Structured onboarding, mentorship and training in specialised cutting‑edge cell‑culture workflows
• A friendly, international research environment committed to innovation
• Competitive compensation according to institutional regulations

Additional Information

• Also possible in a part‑time capacity
• People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment

Contact

• CV and short motivation letter
• Relevant certificates or work references
• Earliest possible start date

Contact: Jovica Ninkovic,

We look forward to receiving your application via our online form!