Biological-Technical Assistant (m/f/d) for Biology Lab

We are looking for our team, starting immediately, in part-time (at least 50%) or full-time, a

Biological-Technical Assistant (m/f/d) for Biology Lab

As an integrative research center, the Munich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence (MIRMI) works on innovative and sustainable solutions for the central challenges of our time. MIRMI is one of the world's leading science and technology institutions in robotics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. With its interdisciplinary orientation at the interfaces of engineering, natural sciences, computer science, social sciences, and humanities, it is a central component of the future strategy of the Technische Universität München.

Our Requirements

• Completed vocational training as a Biological-Technical Assistant (or comparable training) with experience in laboratory routines, handling laboratory equipment, as well as methods of microscopy and cell culture
• Very good knowledge of aseptic techniques
• Independent, careful, and reliable way of working
• Strong communication skills as well as good English skills
• High degree of flexibility and teamwork
• Interest in working in an academic environment and in supporting doctoral students and students with their research projects.

Your Tasks

• Responsibilities for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our existing biology lab:
• Production, handling, and cataloging of cell cultures
• Characterization of cell lines as well as documentation of cell culture processes, including observations, quality control data, and deviations
• Management and documentation of laboratory inventory and related safety-relevant documents (safety protocols, occupational safety records)
• Operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Ensuring uninterrupted laboratory operation through systematic knowledge transfer as well as the establishment of a robust substitution and backup plan
• Organization and responsibility for laboratory hygiene and professional waste disposal
• Support in the conception and development of a prototype for a semi-automated biology lab:
• Carrying out manual experiments and characterization tests to establish benchmark metrics for laboratory automation
• Testing and integration of digitized processes and automation devices into regular workflows, e.g., liquid-handling devices and robots
• Support in the development of a LIMS through testing, continuous data entry, as well as the standardization of laboratory documentation, templates, and data structures
• Contribution to the further development of the prototype in the new TUM ELI Center (TUM Center for Embodied Laboratory Intelligence), the first AI experimental space for automatic knowledge generation
• Practical support for ongoing and future projects in research and teaching.

Our Offer

We offer an interesting and simultaneously challenging activity at the TUM. Remuneration is according to the Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst der Länder (TV-L). The position is available immediately, initially limited to two years with the option of subsequent permanent employment. The position is suitable for appointment with severely disabled people. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference if their suitability is otherwise essentially equal. The Technische Universität München aims to increase the proportion of women; applications from women are therefore expressly welcomed.

Application

We look forward to receiving your meaningful application documents (cover letter, CV, and certificates). Please upload them with the subject “90MIRMILab Assistant” via the following link: here

The deadline for applications for this position is 21.09.2026.

Technische Universität München Munich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence MIRMI

Lehrstuhl für Robotik und Systemintelligenz Georg-Brauchle Ring 60-62 80992 München

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