TUD Dresden University of Technology, as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most dynamic research institutions in the country. Founded in 1828, today it is a globally oriented, regionally anchored top university as it focuses on the grand challenges of the 21st century. It develops innovative solutions for the world's most pressing issues. In research and academic programs, the university unites the natural and engineering sciences with the humanities, social sciences and medicine. This wide range of disciplines is a special feature, facilitating interdisciplinarity and transfer of science to society. As a modern employer, it offers attractive working conditions to all employees in teaching, research, technology and administration. The goal is to promote and develop their individual abilities while empowering everyone to reach their full potential. TUD embodies a university culture that is characterized by cosmopolitanism, mutual appreciation, thriving innovation and active participation. For TUD diversity is an essential feature and a quality criterion of an excellent university. Accordingly, we welcome all applicants who would like to commit themselves, their achievements and productivity to the success of the whole institution.

At the **Cluster of Excellence “Physics of Life”**,\*\* \*\*the **Chair of Cell and Tissue Control** (Prof. Miki Ebisuya) is looking for a highly motivated and ambitious

**Technical Assistant** (m/f/x)
(subject to personal qualification, employees are remunerated according to salary group E 9a TV-L)

starting **as soon as possible**. The position is initially limited to March 31, 2030 (time limitation pursuant to TzBfG). An extension is planned, subject to the availability of resources. Balancing family and career is an important issue. The position is generally suitable for candidates seeking part-time employment. Please indicate the request in your application.

The Cluster of Excellence PoL ([https://physics-of-life.tu-dresden.de/en](https://physics-of-life.tu-dresden.de/en)) is an interdisciplinary research center at TUD dedicated to quantitative biology and biophysics. It is funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and offers a wide range of support structures, including state-of-the-art light microscopy and advanced bio-image data science facilities in the outstanding Dresden environment.

**Tasks:** A key focus is the technical support of experimental work within the research project using molecular and cell biological methods, including the production of recombinant DNA constructs as well as the cultivation of mammalian cell lines. Another key focus is laboratory organization, taking into account occupational safety measures, procurement, the organization of laboratory events and workshops, as well as the training of new group members, students, and interns in the laboratory setting.

**Requirements:**

- completed vocational training as a biological-technical assistant (BTA) or chemical-technical assistant (CTA) with state certification and several years of professional experience, or as a biology/chemistry laboratory technician with a final examination and equivalent skills and experience
- knowledge of molecular and cell biology
- good English and German skills are mandatory
- good computer skills (MS Office, internet)
- experience in laboratory organization is desirable
- high motivation and ability to work in a team are required
- professional experience in a comparable environment is preferred

**We offer:**

- a varied job in a dynamic, international environment
- opportunities for further education and training
- flexible working time models that allow you to reconcile family, career and care
- participation in the additional pension scheme in the public sector via the VBL
- the possibility of purchasing a job ticket

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The university is a family-friendly university. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

Application: Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents by **May 21,** **2026** (stamped arrival date or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal [https://securemail.tu-dresden.de](https://securemail.tu-dresden.de/) by sending it as a single pdf file (max. 4 MB) with the\* ***subject line „TA Cell and Tissue Control“*** \*to [**ebisuyalab\_assistant@tu-dresden.de**](https://mailto:ebisuyalab_assistant@tu-dresden.de) or to:

**TU Dresden, Cluster of Excellence "Physics of Life" (PoL), Theres Seifert, Arnoldstr. 18, 01307 Dresden, Germany.**

Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

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