Technische Mitarbeiterin / Technischer Mitarbeiter (d/f/m) (Flow & Mass Cytometry Operator)

Arbeitszeit **Vollzeit** Eintrittsdatum **01.01.2027** Dauer der Anstellung **Befristet** Bewerbungsfrist **2 Wochen** Einsatzort Charité **Campus Virchow-Klinikum, Wedding** Kennziffer **8470** Entgeltgruppe **E10** **Company description** The Berlin Institute of Health at Charité (BIH) is dedicated to biomedical translation. Its mission is to translate research findings into personalized prevention, diagnostics, and therapies to benefit patients and provide the scientific community with effective tools. With approximately 750 employees, the BIH specializes in translational method development, precision medicine, regenerative therapies, and biomedical data science. Closely integrated with Charité, the BIH promotes excellent research and facilitates the accelerated transfer of new discoveries into clinical practice through its supporting platforms and programs. Through these efforts, the BIH builds strong partnerships and fosters innovation-driven medicine in both national and international contexts. The BIH Cytometry Core Facility (BIH CCF) offers expert service and state-of-the-art equipment for multi-parameter cell analysis and high-speed cell sorting for BIH and Charité researchers. Key technologies provided by the BIH CCF are the analysis of single cells using flow cytometry or mass cytometry. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support us with Flow & Mass Cytometry related projects. Key responsibilities include the operation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the flow and mass cytometers and related equipment, as well as sample preparation and staining, data acquisition, data analysis and documentation of results. The position is available on a full-time basis (38.5 hours per week), starting no earlier than January 1, 2027, and is limited until October 31, 2028. **What you can expect** * Perform sample preparation and sample staining as required for the flow & mass cytometry related projects * Establish and optimize protocols * Perform instrument QC protocols and regular calibrations/tunings, document results and troubleshoot protocols * Perform sample acquisition, data analysis, documentation and backing-up of data for the core facility users * Acitvely participate in regional/national meetings for continuing education and network with other cytometry core facilities **What you bring along** * Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or a related field * Expertise and practical experience in cytometry technologies (flow cytometry and/or mass cytometry) * Experience in flow and mass cytometry data analysis considered a plus * High level of technical understanding and willingness to learn new technologies * Experience with common methods of cell isolation from blood and tissues * Ability and willingness to work in an S2 environment, experience in working with infectious sample material and hazardous substances * Fluency in English (verbal and written), basic knowledge of