Technical Assistant in Biochemical Ecology (m/f/x)

Our offer

We offer an interesting position in an international and dynamic environment. We foster flat hierarchies and active participation. Salary is paid according to the German salary scheme for the public sector (TVöD Bund), depending on the personal qualifications and the tasks assigned. This is a full-time position.

The position is principally suited for job sharing or part-time work. Although initially a 2-years fixed-term position, we aim at creating a permanent position. Given our commitment to diversity, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender and gender identity, origin, nationality, religion, belief, health and physical disabilities, age or sexual orientation. Various measures are in place at IGB to support gender equality.

We support the reconciliation of work and family life. Applicants with a severe disability will be given preference if they are equally qualified.

Are you interested?

We look forward to receiving your application by 08.09.2026 with a cover letter, CV, certificates, and contact details of references. Please state the job reference number 12/2026 and apply exclusively via our recruitment platform at www.igb-berlin.de/en/jobs. Questions can be directed to Sabine Wollrab and Hans-Peter Grossart by e-mail ([email protected] & [email protected]).

"Research for the future of our freshwaters" is the mission of IGB – Germany’s largest and one of the leading international centres for freshwater research. In order to investigate different aspects of freshwater ecosystems, their biota and societal relevance, we unit a wide range of disciplines and understand research as a joint effort. With more than 400 employees and guests from all over the world, we conduct research at five locations in Berlin and at Lake Stechlin (Brandenburg). IGB is a member of the Leibniz Association and the Forschungsverbund Berlin e. V. www.igb-berlin.de/en