Technical Assistant Electron Microscopy; m​/f​/d

Overview

The Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie (FMP) in Berlin is a non-university research institute that conducts basic research in molecular pharmacology and provides a vibrant and collaborative environment with state-of-the-art facilities for research and employees from all over the world. The Core Facility Cellular Imaging at the FMP is looking for a Technical Assistant for Electron Microscopy (m/f/d) (/2026). The position is full-time as a parental leave replacement (with the possibility of part-time work) for 18 months.

The Core Facility Cellular Imaging supports working groups from the institute and its cooperation partners in their research projects with state-of-the-art light and electron microscopes. We work with proteins, cell cultures, and model organisms from biological and biomedical research. To this end, we prepare samples for electron microscopy, generate digital images in 2D and 3D, and analyze the images. We also establish new electron microscopy techniques to correlate 3D electron microscopy and light microscopy.

Your responsibilities:

• Preparation of samples for electron microscopy
• Operation and maintenance of electron microscopes (TEM & SEM) and other equipment at the Cellular Imaging Facility
• Operation and quality testing of fluorescence microscopes
• Training and support of users of electron microscopes
• Laboratory management

Your profile:

• Completed training as a chemical/biological/medical technical assistant, biology lab technician, or comparable qualification
• Experience in transmission electron microscopy and the associated preparation techniques is advantageous
• Experience with histological techniques is advantageous
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and responsibly
• Motivated, careful, and team-oriented approach to work
• Good English skills

We offer:

• An attractive environment in a pleasant, friendly working atmosphere with excellent infrastructure
• Compensation in accordance with the public collective bargaining agreement (TVöD Bund) including the usual social benefits, i.e. 30 days of vacation, annual bonus, and a company pension plan with VBL
• Work-life balance and flexible working hours with the possibility of mobile working
• Health offers on campus (courses, fitness center, etc.)
• Mobility offers such as job ticket, campus bikes and Jelbi station on campus

We offer equal opportunities regardless of gender and welcome applications from disabled candidates. They will be preferred in case of equal qualification. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

For more information please contact: Dr. Martin Lehmann;  Homepage:

How to apply:

On the FMP homepage please go to “Stellenangebote/Jobs” and click this advertisement and then on the button “Online bewerben”. Please submit your application documents including motivation letter, CV and copies of degree certificates as soon as possible but not later than February 25, 2026. Applications will be considered upon submission.

We are looking forward to your application!

German version below

Das Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie (FMP) ist ein Institut des Forschungsverbundes Berlin e. V. (FVB). Der FVB ist Träger von sieben außeruniversitären naturwissenschaftlichen Forschungsinstituten in Berlin, die von der Bundesrepublik Deutschland und der Gemeinschaft der Länder finanziert werden. Die Forschungsinstitute sind Teil der Leibniz-Gemeinschaft.

Das Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie (FMP) in Berlin ist ein außeruniversitäres Forschungsinstitut, das Grundlagenforschung im Bereich der molekularen Pharmakologie betreibt und ein dynamisches und kooperatives Umfeld mit modernsten Einrichtungen für Forschung und Mitarbeiter aus aller Welt bietet.

Die Core Facility Cellular Imaging des FMP sucht zum schnellstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine Technische Assistenz für Elektronenmikroskopie (w/m/d) (Kennziffer 02/2026).

Die Stelle ist in Vollzeit als Elternzeitvertretung (mit Möglichkeit zur Teilzeit) zu besetzen. Die Anstellung erfolgt für die Dauer von 18 Monaten.

Die Core Facility Cellular Imaging betreut Arbeitsgruppen von Institut und…