Laboratory Technician (m/f/d) - Surface Chemistry
Nanogami is a highly innovative and rapidly growing startup in the field of DNA Origami-based nanotechnology (check out our DLD Talk or this article to learn more).
Our international team is driven by a shared vision : to pioneer a novel generation of biochips set to unlock applications in research and diagnostics and thereby pushing the boundaries of personalised medicine to new heights.
We recently secured significant funding by SPRIND - Germany’s Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation to realize our ambitious growth trajectory and now aim to significantly expand our current team to support the at-scale commercialisation of our nanotechnology.
Your role :
We are looking for a dedicated Technican (m / f / d) to join our innovative biochip team. In this role, you will be an important part of our laboratory operations, with a focus on the production of chemically modified substrates.
These samples are used by our application teams for the development of new, innovative products.
Your Mission :
- Conduct and optimize surface modification reactions on glass and other substrates for biomolecule deposition
- Perform quality control analysis of substrates to ensure the consistency and quality of chemical modifications
- Maintain and monitor the stock of substrates to ensure sufficient supply for ongoing research and development projects
- Perform deposition of polymers or biomolecules on modified surfaces to support ongoing research and development projects
- Conduct laboratory experiments, assays, and analyses under the guidance of senior laboratory staff
- Use instruments and methods such as contact angle goniometer, ellipsometer, and AFM
- Maintain laboratory records and ensure all data is properly documented
- Collaborate with researchers to troubleshoot experiments and optimize or develop new laboratory techniques and protocols
- Perform routine laboratory maintenance tasks such as cleaning and organizing equipment and workspaces
- Participate in and report at team meetings
Requirements
Your Profile :
- Completed training as a technical assistant (e.g., CTA, BTA) in chemistry, biochemistry, nanotechnology, or a related field
- 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in the biotech or life-science industry
- Strong knowledge of chemistry techniques and laboratory procedures
- High focus and reliability in executing experimental work in the laboratory
- Ability to follow instructions and work according to standardized protocols
- Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple experiments simultaneously
- High flexibility and adaptability to changing work plans
- Independent, self-motivated working style and the ability to communicate and work effectively in an interdisciplinary team
- A positive and open attitude with a willingness to learn new things
- Good English and German skills
Benefits
- Research-oriented work in a unique interdisciplinary and diverse research team
- Dynamic young start-up environment with a real opportunity for growth and a corporate culture based on partnership
- Varied tasks in a new and modern laboratory environment
- Your work-life balance is important to us. That's why we value flexible working hours and don't measure you by attendance, but by output
- Attractive collectively agreed remuneration
- Secure funding through the SPRIND organization