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Biological-technical assistant (m/f/d)
University of Graz

Biological-technical assistant (m/f/d)

2026-06-24 (Europe/Vienna)
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Over de werkgever

The University of Graz, which was founded in 1585, is Austria’s second oldest university and one of the largest in the country.

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  • Application deadline 24.06.2026
  • Salary Category IIIb
  • Salary per Year (Full Time) € 43,838.20
  • Employment Start As soon as possible
  • Hours per week 40 h/w
  • Duration of Contract Temporary employment with option for permanent position
  • Temporary Employment 1 year

Your Responsibilities

  • Active involvement in research and teaching
  • Culture, maintenance, and differentiation of pluripotent stem cells into cardiac cell types (e.g., cardiomyocytes, endothelial cells) as well as generation and culture of cell aggregates in 3D (e.g., organoids, engineered heart tissues)
  • Preparation of tissues (cell or nuclear isolation) and cell culture samples for histological, molecular biological, and functional analyses (e.g., protein, RNA, epigenetics, immunostaining, Ca-imaging).
  • Isolation and culture of primary cells and standard cell lines; stimulation and genetic modifications (e.g., with CRISPR/Cas9); preparation of tissues (cell or nucleus isolation) and cell culture samples for histological, molecular biological, and functional investigations (e.g., protein, RNA, epigenetics, immunostaining, Ca imaging)
  • Sorting and analysis of specific cell populations using flow cytometry (FACS)
  • Performing immunostaining, microscopy, and functional studies (e.g., calcium imaging, contraction measurements)
  • Preparation of next-generation sequencing libraries (bulk and single-cell; e.g., RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, CUT&Tag, CUT&RUN, HiC, Multiome)
  • Conducting molecular biology standard experiments (e.g., Western Blot, qPCR)
  • Independent documentation, analysis, and processing of experimental data; development of standard protocols; training of new personnel
  • Preparation of reagents, apparatus, and working materials for laboratory exercises (pharmacy studies); co-supervision of students
  • General administrative tasks (e.g., ordering and keeping records of chemicals/consumables, equipment maintenance and servicing, obtaining quotes)

Your Profile

  • Matura and training as a biological laboratory technician, or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., molecular biology, cell biology, pharmacy), or other equivalent qualifications
  • At least 2 years of experience in:
    • Cell culture and sterile working methods
    • Analytical standard methods (e.g., Western Blot, qPCR, immunostaining, microscopy)
    • Planning, execution, evaluation, and presentation of experiments
    • Differentiation of pluripotent stem cells into cardiac (e.g., cardiomyocytes, endothelial cells) or other derived cell types; experience in 3D cell culture (e.g., organoids, engineered heart tissue (desirable)
    • Tissue preparation and flow cytometry (FACS) (desirable)
    • Preparation of sequencing libraries in bulk and/or single cells (e.g., RNAseq, ATAC-seq, CUT&RUN, CUT&Tag, HiC, scRNA-seq, Multiome, scATAC-seq) (desirable)
  • Experience in working with students and mentoring new staff (desirable)
  • Very good English skills
  • Good IT skills (Office); additional IT skills (Prism, R) desirable
  • Analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, thoroughness and precision
  • Independent and structured work, team spirit, strong communication skills
  • Pedagogical skills and willingness to continue education
  • Self-motivation and enjoyment of scientific work

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 43,838.20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

We Offer

  • Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
  • Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
  • Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
  • Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A  "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
  • Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
  • Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

The research at the department of Pharmacology and Toxicology is dedicated to a variety of exciting topics to understand both disease mechanisms and physiological processes at the cellular and molecular level. Our broad research interests span several areas, including the molecular mechanisms of cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, inflammatory processes, various aspects of obesity-related health risks, signaling in the vasculature and degenerative joint disease.

The common goal of our international team of scientists from different disciplines is to gain an in-depth understanding of disease mechanisms to develop innovative approaches for prevention, diagnosis and therapy.

Contact

If you have questions, please contact Prof. Sebastian Preissl I [email protected]

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The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.

We work for tomorrow. Join us!

Informatie over de vacature

Functienaam
Biological-technical assistant (m/f/d)
Werkgever
Locatie
Universitätsplatz 3 Graz, Oostenrijk
Gepubliceerd
2026-06-10
Uiterste sollicitatiedatum
2026-06-24 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)
2026-06-24 23:59 (CET)
Soort functie
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