Technical Assistant (BTA/ MTA) / Biology Laboratory Technician (focus on Cell Biology-Immunology)

We are hiring a Technical Assistant (BTA/ MTA) / Biology Laboratory Technician (focus on Cell Biology-Immunology) to join our team in Berlin.

As a technician you will prepare samples for the analysis of complex flow cytometry projects (up to 18 colors) including but not limited to receptor occupancy, immuno-phenotyping and intracellular flow assays through assay development, validation, and execution in a timely manner. In addition, you will run other cell based assays such as ELISA, MSD and ELISpot as well as support the bio-banking workflow.

Most samples are from clinical trials and therefore irreplaceable, therefore all assays are performed according to SOPs. You will support development of new procedures, writing of relevant SOPs and improvement of existing SOPs.

The role is unlimited and full-time.

Job Responsibilities:

Prepare and stain samples for complex Flow cytometry (Fortessa X20 and Canto), using both real time samples and previously cryopreserved samples

Maintenance of equipment and HTS, CS&T tracking to ensure laser alignments and instrument performance

Run cell based assays such ELISA, MSD, ELISpot

Ability to organize lab work

Work under biosafety 2 level conditions

Actively support sample receipt, inventory and processing, according to SOPs

Access samples in the database

Highlight and report discrepancies

Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation

Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment

Work collaboratively with other teams

Support new equipment operational qualifications and performance checks

Monitor reagents and instrument maintenance

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

Successfully completed vocational training as a biology laboratory technician or technical assistant

Basic knowledge of cell biology and relevant technologies

Knowledge and practical experience in handling clinical trial samples and a good understanding of cell biology are highly desirable

Ideally professional experience with practical workflows in GCP laboratories

Other Required:

Possess computational skills, preferably experienced with Word, Excel, Power Point,

Able to work in team

High level of quality awareness and ISO-compliant working methods and documentation

Extended work hours and flexibility may be necessary in order to meet business demands

Able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language to enable communication across Precision and with clients

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required

Basic knowledge of German is a plus

Precision for Medicine part of Precision Medicine Group develops assays and runs global logistics using biomarkers to stratify patients, incomparably improving client's R&D efficiency and success. We handle every aspect of clinical trials from sites to biomarkers to diagnostics. Precision Medicine Group is the leading global provider of precision medicine research services and creative commercialization solutions for life sciences companies.

We are unusually positioned for continued growth as we expand the company's global footprint and develop leadership in the most creative areas of life sciences as we help our clients develop and deliver lifesaving medical treatments to patients across the world.

The Cell Biology lab at Precision for Medicine, Berlin, focuses on running groundbreaking flow cytometry assays and varied cell based assays (biomarkers using ELISA and MSD, ELISpot).