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Institution Faculty of Medicine - Biomedical Center (BMC)
Remuneration group TV-L
Full-time / Part-time Full-time (100%)
Start date As soon as possible
Application deadline 2025-05-15
About us:
The Russo lab is a new independent research group in the Physiological Chemistry Department and is funded, among others, by an Emmy Noether (DFG) fellowship.
Gene Regulation and Chromatin Metabolism
The Russo lab investigates how nuclear acyl-CoA metabolism regulates chromatin remodelling, transcription, and cellular plasticity in response to environmental changes. Our lab combines omics-based approaches, metabolite tracing, imaging, and biochemical techniques to explore how metabolic enzymes function within the nucleus and interact with chromatin factors. You will find further information on our .
We are looking for you:
Research Technician (BTA / MTA / CTA) (m/f/x)
in Planegg-Martinsried
Your tasks and responsibilities:
- You will conduct molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemical experiments.
- You will prepare samples for next-generation sequencing and mass spectrometry (MS) analysis. Your contribution will streamline workflows with local genomics and proteomics facilities.
- You will be trained to generate and maintain mammalian cell lines used in our projects.
- During a three-month teaching period, you will support the practical training of medical and dental students as part of the departmental teaching duties.
- You enjoy working in a dynamic and international research environment.
- You are motivated to help organize the lab, manage reagent and consumable orders, and contribute to the establishment of the lab infrastructure.
- You are interested in developing your own area of responsibility and learning new techniques.
Your qualifications:
- Completed training as a laboratory technician (BTA, MTA, CTA or equivalent), or a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in life sciences.
- Previous experience in standard molecular, cell, and biochemical techniques is highly desirable.
- Ideally, you bring interest or experience in structural biology or protein biochemistry.
- Highly motivated, well-organized, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of German is a plus but not required.
Benefits
- A diverse and responsible position in an international, collaborative, and dynamic environment.
- A motivated team and thorough onboarding process.
- Reliable working hours, flexible scheduling, and a secure work environment with long-term career perspective.
- Many opportunities for training, development, and involvement in BMC initiatives (e.g., Green Lab Initiative, Diversity Program).
- Free parking and EV charging stations; excellent public transport connections.
- Family-friendly atmosphere (on-campus daycare, vacation and emergency childcare).
- Multiple cafeterias and coffee spots on campus.
- Numerous LMU staff benefits such as MVG job ticket, Jobbike program, and discounted fitness and cultural offers.
- Annual bonus payment, 30 days of vacation and additional pension scheme
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. The promotion of diversity is an important strategic goal at BMC. This is reflected in the BMC Code of Conduct, which actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Salary will be based on the TV-L scale according to qualifications, up to TV-L E9b.
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Also possible in a part-time capacity.
People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment.
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Your application should include:
- A cover letter explaining your previous laboratory experience, your motivation for applying, and your interest in the position
- Your CV
- University transcripts and certificates (including final grades and course overview, if available)
- Names and contact information of at least two references (former supervisors or instructors)
Please send your application documents (in a single PDF file) by May 15th, 2025 to: Dr. Marta Russo or marta.russo@ieo.it:
Dr. Marta Russo
Biomedical Center Munich
Department of Physiological Chemistry
Großhaderner Str. 9
82152 Planegg-Martinsried
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