Technical assistant

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Reference number 2026/086. The position is to be filled permanently at the earliest possible date.

The University of Konstanz is a dynamic and internationally successful research university with approximately 10,000 students. The campus architecture promotes interdisciplinary collaboration as well as a strong community among researchers, lecturers, and students. Since 2006, the University of Konstanz has been funded under the Excellence Strategy.

With around 3,500 employees, the University of Konstanz is one of the largest employers in the region. Located in one of the most beautiful areas of Germany, we offer flexible working hours, a wide range of training and health programs, and attractive family support opportunities.

Our research group investigates classical developmental biology questions: How does a complex organism develop from a fertilized egg cell? Which molecules ensure that identical precursors develop into specialized cells? We study these questions using the zebrafish model system. More information about our research group and its environment can be found at .

Your future area of responsibility will include the application of molecular biological, cell biological, and biochemical techniques, as well as laboratory organization and maintenance of fish stocks. We expect an interest in basic research, a strong team spirit, and a high level of communication and organizational skills. The position also requires solid computer skills (Excel, Word, and DNA analysis software) as well as a good command of English, both written and spoken. We offer interesting tasks in a learning-supportive environment with international scientists.

Your tasks

• Molecular biology work (DANN/RNA extraction, genotyping, cloning, in-situ hybridization, antibody staining, enzymatic extraction from embryonic tissue)
• Work with fish (breedings, biopsies, embryo collection and fixation, injections, maintenance of fish lines, etc.)
• General laboratory organization
• Documentation and analysis of experimental data
• Laboratory database management

Your profile

• Training as a technical assistant or equivalent qualification
• Good IT skills
• Good command of English
• Willingness to show personal commitment to assigned tasks
• Reliability and organizational skills
• Interest in basic research
• Strong team spirit
• Experience in handling zebrafish is of advantage
• FELASA certification is of advantage

We Offer

• Conducting diverse developmental biology research projects
• Collaboration with experienced scientists
• Integration into a young, international research team
• Modern research infrastructure
• Numerous training and professional development opportunities
• University sports programs
• Hansefit and corporate benefits
• Family-friendly environment
• Region with high recreational value
• Subsidy for the JobTicket BW / Deutschlandticket
• Classification according to the collective agreement regulations of TV-L (depending on personal qualifications, up to pay grade E 7 TV-L)

You can obtain further information from Prof. Dr. Patrick Müller, .

We look forward to receiving your application, including the usual documents, by May 7th, 2026, via our .

The University of Konstanz is committed to ensuring an environment that provides equal opportunities and promotes diversity as well as a good balance between university and family life. Persons with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply. They will be given preference if appropriately qualified (, +49 7531 88-4016).