The Helmholtz Institute for Translational AngioCardioScience (HI‐TAC) is a branch of the Max Delbrück Center on the campus of Heidelberg University. The Max Delbrück Center and the Mannheim and Heidelberg Medical Faculties of the University of Heidelberg jointly founded HI‐TAC. HI‐TAC will develop a unique systemic approach in the emerging field of cardiovascular communication biology, which is operationally designated as AngioCardioScience. Translational research at HI‐TAC aims at developing a new scientific program centered on communication biology and dedicated to understanding cardiovascular functions on a systemic level during homeostasis, aging and pathological conditions. It will exploit its findings in the area of cross‐organ interactions for the development of translational applications.HI‐TAC is currently in the build‐up phase and will provide a modern place for 100 scientists to conduct research and work in Heidelberg and Mannheim. Join our team and build up the HI‐TAC together with the Max Delbrück Center and the University of Heidelberg.Job DescriptionExperimental and molecular biology work
Independent implementation of molecular biology methods (DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, genotyping, cloning, in vitro transcription)Implementation of standardized experimental work according to established protocolsTechnical support for imaging techniques (stereo and fluorescence microscopy, histology)Structured documentation of experimental results
Laboratory organization and quality assurance
Organization of orders and management of consumablesAssistance in optimizing technical workflowsEnsuring compliance with safety, hygiene, and quality standardsCare and maintenance of laboratory equipment
Independent care of the zebrafish population
Independent care, maintenance, and organization of zebrafish lines (Danio rerio) in compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and internal guidelinesPlanning, implementation, and coordination of breeding approachesPerforming microinjections (e.g. DNA/RNA) according to established standard protocolsDiligent maintenance, administration, and continuous updating of the animal databaseOrganization, management, and complete documentation of transgenic and mutant lines
Requirements
Successfully completed vocational training as a Technical Assistant (TA, BTA), or comparable qualificationPractical experience in a molecular biology laboratory, especially in PCR-based methodsIdeally, experience in cloning techniques and in vitro transcriptionExperience in handling laboratory animals, preferably zebrafish, is an advantageVery good German and good English language skills, both written and spokenConfident use of Office applications, especially ExcelIndependent, structured, and very conscientious approach to workAbility to work in a team and enthusiasm for working in an international research environment
We offer
International working environment with communication in English and GermanInteresting career opportunities and a range of opportunities for further qualification and trainingCompatibility of family and career certified by the workandfamily audit ("berufundfamilie audit")A remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemesFlexible working hoursSubsidy for the Deutschlandticket
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