Lab Manager (m/f/d)

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Erlangen

EUR 40.000 - 70.000

Sei unter den ersten Bewerbenden.

Vor 5 Tagen

Jobbeschreibung

The Institute of Medical Physics and Microtissue Engineering at the Medical Faculty of the Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU), located at the new Max-Planck-Zentrum für Physik und Medizin in Erlangen, offers the opportunity to work in an international, interdisciplinary team with state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure. The Institute, which is led by Prof Dr Kristian Franze, investigates how mechanical signals contribute to the development and regeneration of the nervous system. Using innovative methods such as atomic force microscopy and traction force microscopy, it investigates how neurons integrate cellular forces and tissue stiffness with known chemical signals. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Institute's wet labs.

Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer

Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
Flexible working hours and models and the possibility to take time off in lieu
Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme
Family-friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays
Working from home generally possible after training
A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
Joint team activities
Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
Offices within comfortable walking distance of public transport
IT-supported facility management system
Interesting and varied role in a modern research building with an international environment

Your Tasks

Shared responsibility for all biological safety-related issues for all laboratories at the institute, including application, implementation, and documentation, ensuring compliance with quality standards, maintenance of safety data sheets (MSDS), proper labeling of hazardous materials, safety instructions, coordination of inspections, and adherence to university and external regulations
Ensuring the smooth operation of ongoing research projects, including monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages, ordering consumables, managing the disposal of hazardous waste and chemical inventory, and ensuring accurate tracking of samples
Responsibility for developing and ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in all wet laboratory areas, including the development of laboratory policies and procedures
Primary responsibility for the procurement, care, and maintenance of all equipment in the institute’s wet laboratories, providing technical support to researchers, calibrating equipment, managing the online booking calendar, and maintaining equipment documentation
Conducting inductions and training sessions for laboratory staff and collaborators in the wet laboratories

Your Profile

Completed university degree (Bachelor/Diploma [FH]) in Biology, Chemistry, or a comparable natural science field
Experience of working in a biological or biochemical laboratory
Experience with molecular biological methods is desirable
Experience with laboratory management is an advantage
Knowledge of current security standards (incl. corresponding certificates) is a plus
Good knowledge of German (at least B2 level) and very good knowledge of English (at least C1 level)
A communicative and team-orientated way of working
High personal motivation, flexibility and reliability

Additional Information

With corresponding suitability, there is a prospect of permanent employment.

Application Process