The LIT - Leibniz Institute for Immunotherapy (foundation under civil law) (www.lit.eu) – is a biomedical research center focusing on translational immunology in the fields of cancer immunotherapy, transplant rejection and autoimmunity. The objective of the LIT is to develop innovative and efficient cellular immune therapeutics in these areas. Our own GMP laboratories and close networking with University and University Hospital offer excellent opportunities for clinical translation of novel immune cell products.

 

The Group “Epigenetic Immunooncology” at the LIT is recruiting a

BTA/MTA (m/f/d) - CS-2025-01



in part-time position (20 hours per week), starting as soon as possible. This position is initially limited to two years, with the possibility of extension. 

 

The Schmidl lab works at the interface of immunology and cancer, which is one of the most exciting fields of recent biomedical research. We provide a dynamic and motivating working environment with flat hierarchies where you can foster your skills and get the opportunity to use top-notch technologies. The small lab size offers excellent mentoring and training opportunities.

 

Your Tasks
 

  • Isolation and cultivation of primary immune cells
  • Support the lab projects with cellular and molecular methods (e.g., cloning, western blot, next-generation-sequencing, T cell – tumor cell coculture/killing assays, CRISPR gene editing, lentivirus production, transfection, transduction, flow cytometry) where we offer comprehensive training. Experience in at least some of these methods would be desirable.
  • Documentation of laboratory activities, experimental results, and processes
  • Maintenance and care of laboratory equipment, plus support in lab organization
  • Participation in creating protocols and standard operating procedures

 

Our Requirements
 

  • Completed vocational training as MTA/BTA or comparable qualification
  • Independent, precise, and reliable working style
  • Team spirit
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and processes
  • Ability to communicate in English
  • Not mandatory but desirable: Flexibility - Our lab is supported by a part-time technician who works in the morning. If possible, we would like to strengthen our team by a technician who can work either in the afternoon or selected full days.

 

We offer:
 

  • A varied and exciting role in an innovative research environment
  • A dynamic and dedicated team committed to the future of cell therapies
  • Comprehensive training on state-of-the-art methods
  • Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
  • Excellent opportunities for professional and personal development
  • Flexible working hours to help balance family and career
  • Company pension scheme (VBL)
  • Annual special payment
  • Capital-forming benefits
  • Job ticket, and more

Remuneration is in accordance with TV-L. 

The LIT places particular emphasis on promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Applicants with severe disabilities (m/f/d) will be given preference in the event of essentially equal suitability. Please indicate any disability in your application.

Please note that expenses that may arise in the context of an eventual job interview cannot be reimbursed. 

For more information, please contact Dr. Christian Schmidl (christian.schmidl@ukr.de). 

We are looking forward to receiving your detailed application. Please apply via our Online - Application Portal quoting the reference CS-2025-01. 

Application deadline is June 22nd, 2025.