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Laboratory Technician / Laboratory Manager

Veröffentlicht am 22. Sept. 2026

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Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Heidelberg, Neckar

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Gehalt (Schätzung)

Grobe Schätzung: 44.000 €–58.000 €/Jahr

Über diese Stelle

**The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is one of Europe’s largest cancer research centers. “Research for a life without cancer" is the mission of our world-class scientists and all our team members.***
**We investigate how cancer develops, identify cancer risk factors and search for new cancer prevention strategies. We develop new methods with which tumors can be diagnosed more precisely and cancer patients can be treated more successfully. Every contribution counts – whether in research, administration or infrastructure. This is what makes our daily work so meaningful and exciting.***

The Division of **Soft-Tissue Sarcoma** at the Hopp Children’s Cancer Center (KiTZ) - a joint institution of the Heidelberg University Hospital and the German Cancer Research Center - is seeking, starting between December 2026 and January 2027, a Laboratory Technician / Laboratory Manager.

### Your Tasks

We are a friendly and motivated laboratory with German and international researchers working to understand tumor biology and generate new models to help find treatments for children and adults with sarcoma. The candidate’s tasks will comprise lab management, cell culture, plasmid preps, support in various molecular biology techniques and training of new laboratory members on specifc tasks when required. Occasional mouse work may be required. Routine animal work is covered by a dedicated technician, with the successful candidate only expected to assist during periods of absence or in exceptional circumstances. While the position involves both administrative and laboratory work, there is some flexibility in the balance between these two areas, depending on the successful candidate’s interests. The candidate will work together with other members of the laboratory and will be trained in the various tasks.

The ideal candidate should:

Be motivated, responsible, and well organised
Have completed vocational training as a biological laboratory technician or hold a comparable qualification
Have experience in cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques
Have basic experience in handling mice, ideally hold a FELASA certificate
Be willing to train technical trainees and early-career scientists in specific laboratory techniques
Have a working knowledge of English and German
Have good communication skills and the ability to document laboratory work accurately

### **WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION SPECIAL**

Training in a range of laboratory techniques
An interesting and varied role, with the opportunity to contribute actively, alongside the wider research group, to laboratory organisation and the group’s future development
Friendly, collaborative, and international working environment
Workplace in the new KiTZ building and access to the modern, state-of-the-art infrastructure of the DKFZ campus
Opportunities for continuing education, professional development, and career progression

Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for international networking at the highest level
30 days of vacation per year
Flexible working hours
Remuneration according to TV-L incl. occupational pension plan and capital-forming payments
Possibility of part-time work
Family-friendly working environment
Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development to further develop your talents
Our Corporate Health Management Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being

### Are you interested?

Then become part of the DKFZ and join us in contributing to a life without cancer!

Phone: +49 (0)6221/42-1581

**Duration:** The position is initially limited to 2 years with the possibility of prolongation.

*Application Deadline:** November 4, 2026

Applications by e-mail cannot be accepted.

Please also note that we cannot return applications submitted by post.

We are convinced that an innovative research and working environment thrives on the diversity of its employees. Therefore, we welcome applications from talented people, regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical ability, religion and age. People with severe disabilities are given preference if they have the same aptitude.

*Notice:** We are subject to the regulations of the Infection Protection Act (IfSG). Therefore, all our employees must provide proof of immunity against measles.

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Eckdaten der Stelle

Arbeitgeber: Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum
Position: Laboratory Technician / Laboratory Manager
Stadt: Heidelberg, Neckar
Arbeitsmodell: nicht angegeben
Sprache: Englisch
Erfahrungsstufe: nicht angegeben
Veröffentlicht: 22. Sept. 2026
Quelle: Bundesagentur für Arbeit

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