Student Research Assistant Hiwi (mfd) #SSWH04
Job Summary
About us
IMB () is a research institute on the campus of the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz Germany. It is generously funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation and the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Our research in the Schick group focuses on the molecular mechanisms of gene regulation and chromatin organization by the BAF complex(es) using a variety of new methods and cell culture models. Causing cancer or developmental disorders the cellular consequences of defective chromatin regulation is center of our research interest. We are looking for a student assistant (m/f/d) to support us with organizational and scientific tasks (if possible 12-19 hours per week).
Tasks and responsibilities
- Support with general laboratory organisation (e.g. material databases coordination of organisational matters processing of orders and deliveries)
- Maintainance of laboratory safety and equipment
- Support using molecular methods (e.g. cloning plasmid purification mycoplasma testing)
- Support in cell culture with adherent cell lines and induced stem cells
Requirements
- Good organisational skills and a high sense of responsibility
- Motivation independence team spirit and flexibility
- Experience with good scientific practice and accurate work in the laboratory
- Student of biology molecular biology biomedicine or similar
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and German
Why join us
We offer a stimulating diverse and international research environment with a pleasant working atmosphere and the opportunity to perform state-of-the-art experiments. The institute is modern well-equipped and centrally located with good public transport links and parking.
Our offer
- Position with 12-19 hours per week
- Hourly pay based on the Johannes Gutenberg Universitys remuneration rates
- Advanced training opportunities
- Responsibility
- Flexible working hours
- Employee events
What else you need to know
- Starting Date:as soon as possible
- Duration:min. 1 year with option for extension
- Deadline:15th March 2026
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To apply please upload your application containing your cover letter CV certificates/references and enrolment certificate on our application form on Should you have any questions or difficulties in uploading your files on the application form please contact us by mail quoting the Ref. No. #SSWH04. For information about the position please contact Dr Sandra Schick-Nickolaus (). IMB is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Junior IC