The Max Planck Institute of Biophysics is a leading international research institute that uses and develops biophysical, biochemical and computational methods to investigate the structure, dynamics and function of cellular systems at the molecular scale. It has about 270 employees and guests from more than 35 countries, and is located on the Campus Riedberg in Frankfurt am Main.
The Imaging facility provides for the institute – as well as for the neighboring MPI for Brain Research – with expertise and equipment for all modern types of microscopy. In addition to supporting ongoing scientific projects we also develop, customize and establish new setups, methods and protocols, continually pushing the experimental boundaries. More information about our work and the wide range of microscopes in the facility can be found online.
For our team we are looking for an
Engineer or Technician for the Imaging Facility (m/f/d)
Your responsibilities
- Support of research microscopes, including maintenance, alignment, quality control, trouble shooting and cleaning
- Supporting scientists in their work on the microscopes, in particular regarding optimization of sample preparation and microscope configuration for superresolution microscopy
- Theoretical and practical training of researchers
- Support in the selection, purchase and installation of new microscopes and other optical devices
Your profile
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics or related subject or professional training as technician (PTA/BTA/MTA)
- Knowledge about and hands-on experience in working with light microscopes
- Basic knowledge about cell biology
- High level of motivation and independence combined with excellent organizational and teamwork skills
- Fluent in English and German
The following additional qualifications are welcome
- Experience in working with advanced imaging systems, in particular superresolution microscopes
- Experience in characterizing optical systems and microscopes as well as carrying out quality control on microscopes
- Experience with data analysis (in particular image analysis) in a programming language (ideally Python)
- Experience with image processing software (e.g. ImageJ, Imaris, Arivis, Amira)
- Experience with research in the fields of biophysics or biology
- Experience of working in an imaging facility
- Knowledge of electronics, e.g. for device control
Our offer
- A position with responsibility, independence and varied tasks
- A highly interactive atmosphere and support in an international and cooperative team
- Flexible working hours
- Company pension scheme
- Family services (baby and children's rooms at the institute, on-campus daycare center)
- Health management (e.g., fitness courses)
- Cafeteria and bistro in the institute
- Good public transport connections and a subsidy for the Germany Jobticket
