Technical Assistant (m/f/d)
Work time
full-time, part-time
Start date
01.02.2026
Employment period
limited
Application deadline
26.12.2025
Deployment location Charité
BIH Berlin Buch
Jobcode
5719
Salary group
E9b
Working at Charité
The mission of the Berlin Institute of Health at Charité (BIH) is medical translation: transferring biomedical research findings into novel approaches to personalized prediction, prevention, diagnostics and therapies and, conversely, using clinical observations to develop new research ideas. The aim is to deliver relevant medical benefits to patients and the population at large. Since 2021 the BIH has been integrated into Charité as its so-called third pillar.
For the the group Metabolomics starting from the earliest possible date limited until 28.02.2027 we are looking for a Technical Assistant (f/m/d) in full-time (39h/week) or in part-time (30h/week)
The BIH Metabolomics Platform pursues mass spectrometry metabolomics research with clear translational medicine potential. We are particularly interested in gut, heart and brain health and the interaction between them. We are an international team and seek a technical assistance with long-term perspectives.The new person in our team should feel confident with the work tasks as these often require high emphasis on the details and some tasks have to be carried out in a high speed manner. The chosen candidate will be trained on mass spectrometer device(s) and specific metabolite extractions in order to support research groups at the BIH, Charite and MDC.There is a chance that this maternity leave substitution position might be transferred into a permanent position.
Our team and work area are presented on our website: https://www.bihealth.org/de/forschung/wissenschaftliche-infrastruktur/core-units/metabolomik
What you can expect
- Metabolite extractions for mass spectrometry amalysis of valuable samples, including clinical samples (stool, urine, plasma, etc.)
- Preparation of mass spectrometry standards, buffers and serial dilutions
- Ananlysis of extracted samples (depending on experience and expertise)
- Ordering of consumables, labeling and organizing inventories
- Other tasks that support efficent lab workflow
What you bring along
- Bachelor or equivalent in chemistry, biology or similar scientific fields (CTA, MTA, BTA) with practical work experience
- Practical experience with mass spectrometry is preferred but not required
- High focus on small details
- Basic English.
- Good organisation skills
- Good communication and strong ability to work within a team
What we offer you
- A varied job in a forward-looking research institute
- Pay group E9b TVöD VKA-K. The classification is based on qualifications, the respective experience level is calculated on the basis of professional experience. The annual salary (gross) is stated for a full-time position without special or additional payments. The collective agreement can be found here.
- Additional benefits customary in the public sector (including annual special payment, company pension scheme (VBL), capital-forming benefits)
- Flexible working hours
- 30 vacation days per year (with a five-day week)
- Various support offers to balance work and family life (childcare, cooperation with voiio)
- Very good training and further education opportunities
- Mobile citizens' office on site
- Corporate benefits (travel, leisure, shopping, etc.), Charité Gympass, JobRad
- Attractive workplace at the Käthe-Beutler-Haus am Campus Berlin-Buch, Lindenberger Weg 80, 13125 Berlin
We live diversity!
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion and ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. Applications from women are expressly encouraged. Severely disabled and equivalent applicants will be given special consideration if they have the same qualifications and suitability.
We believe that diverse teams representing a wide range of experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enrich our research and work.
Please submit your application via our online application form with a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae (without photo, without age statement and without information about your marital status) and other relevant attachments (such as employer references, degree certificates, etc.).
Note: If you have a foreign degree, please submit proof of recognition of your degree in Germany with your application. The proof can be obtained via the anabin database. Please note that it may be necessary to obtain a certificate assessment from the ZAB. You can find more information here.
Proof of measles immunity / measles vaccination is a prerequisite for employment for those born after 1970.
You can find more information about BIH here.
Application
Everyone is welcome at the Charité, regardless of age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, ethnic or social background. We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusion.
Apply using our online tool and become part of the Charité.
Apply nowContact person
For technical or role-related questions regarding the job posting, please contact Ms Dr. Ulrike Brüning (Tel.: +49 30 450 540 602; Email: ulrike.bruening@bih-charite.de).
For questions regarding the application process, please contact Mr Jan Rietz by email at jobs@bih-charite.de.
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Additional information
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin makes its personnel decisions based on suitability, ability and professional performance. The Charité aims to increase the proportion of women in management positions and therefore strongly encourages women to apply. Women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority within the scope of legal possibilities. Applications from people with a migration background who meet the recruitment requirements are expressly encouraged. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications will be given preference. A police good-conduct certificate, in some cases an extended good-conduct certificate, is required at the time of recruitment. Unfortunately, application documents can be returned only if a sufficiently stamped envelope is enclosed. Any incurred travel expenses cannot be reimbursed.