**Technical Assistant (BSL-4 High-Security Laboratory) | Robert Koch Institute | Application deadline: 29 March 2026** 🧪🔬

The Robert Koch Institute (Berlin) is seeking a Technical Assistant to support high-containment (BSL-4) laboratory research, including experimental work on high-risk pathogens, testing decontamination procedures, and developing standard protocols within a federally funded biosafety project. 🚨

Applicants should have a lab-related qualification (e.g. MTA/CTA/BTA or BSc), several years of lab experience, and strong skills in virology, molecular biology (PCR, cell culture), and German (C1). The role also requires flexibility for 24/7 on-call duty and the ability to work in full protective equipment. 🤝

**Key details:** Start date: as soon as possible | Location: Berlin | Contract: fixed-term | Salary: up to E9b TVöD | Application via Interamt (Ref. 153/25) | Requirements: lab training + relevant experience, German C1 / English B1, willingness for security clearance and high-safety lab work. ✨