Technical Assistant - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Technical Assistant - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Institution: Institute of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Goethe University Frankfurt am Main (SGC-Frankfurt)
Location: Life Science Campus Riedberg
Term: Fixed-term, initially 3 years
Start: As soon as possible

About the role

SGC-Frankfurt is seeking a Technical Assistant to strengthen our research team. In this role, you will support projects in the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology by independently conducting experiments, managing laboratory operations, and assisting with administrative tasks.

The project is supported by the BMBF (German Federal Ministry of Education and Research) and the Gates Foundation, aiming to validate new targets for the development of innovative contraceptive agents.

Your responsibilities

• Maintain and culture insect and mammalian cells for protein expression
• Perform routine cell line management, including passaging and viability monitoring
• Support protein production and purification processes
• Ensure laboratory safety and compliance with biosafety regulations
• Manage lab supplies, equipment, and shared instruments
• Assist in training new lab members in cell handling and support ongoing research projects

Your profile

• Completed training as BTA, MTA, or an equivalent qualification
• Practical experience with eukaryotic cell culture (insect and/or mammalian cells)
• Familiarity with protein expression and purification techniques
• Experience with cell viability assays and standard biochemical protocols
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory data management tools
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Good communication skills in English; German knowledge is an advantage

About the Structural Genomics Consortium (SGC)

The SGC is a global, not-for-profit public–private partnership that accelerates drug discovery by openly sharing data, methods, and reagents without patent restrictions prior to publication. Operating across 7 academic sites worldwide and in partnership withpharmaceutical companies and more than 250 collaborating groups, the SGC develops high-quality chemical probes, determines protein structures, and enables new biology in a fully Open Science framework. The SGC also leads the next phase of Target 2035, an international effort to create pharmacological modulators for every human protein to transform target discovery and therapeutic innovation.

Equality, diversity & inclusion

Goethe University is committed to increasing the proportion of female researchers and strongly encourages qualified women to apply. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.

How to apply

Please submit one PDF containing your cover letter, stating your career interests, CV, and contact information for at least two referees by October 15, 2025, to

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