Student / Scientific Assistant for up to 39 hours/month
Reference number: 2026-0067
- Mainz
- Marginal Employment
- HI-TRON Mainz - Personalized Immunotherapies
The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is one of Europe’s largest cancer research centers. “Research for a life without cancer" is the mission of our world-class scientists and all our team members.
The DKFZ is a place where the brightest minds pursue bold ideas and seek answers to pioneering scientific questions through collaboration, innovation, and exploration across many disciplines. We provide a dynamic environment which empowers excellence with state-of-the-art technologies, cutting edge infrastructure, and a global scientific network.
Contribute your knowledge, vision, and dedication to create a space where scientific discovery in cancer research is transformed into benefits for human health.
The Helmholtz Institute HI-TRON is a collaboration of the German Cancer Research Center with the Research Institute for Translational Oncology at the University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (TRON gGmbH), the University Medical Center Mainz and the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. The goal of the partnership is to develop effective immunotherapies and to identify novel biomarkers for assessing the effectiveness of treatment.
The Division of Personalized Immunotherapy at HI-TRON Mainz is seeking for the next possible date a
We are seeking a motivated and reliable student assistant to support routine molecular biology work in our research laboratory. This position is ideal for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic scientific environment.
Your Tasks
- Assistance with weekly molecular biology tasks (e.g., routine lab workflows)
- Preparation of buffers, reagents, and agarose gels/plates
- Support with general laboratory organization, including stock management and consumables
- Maintenance of a clean and well-organized lab workspace
- Assistance to team members with basic experimental setup as needed
Your Profile
- Enrolled as a bachelor’s or master’s student in life sciences (e.g., biology, biochemistry, molecular medicine, or a related field)
- Basic understanding of molecular biology techniques is desirable
- Careful, structured, and reliable working style
- Ability to work independently after initial training
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail
- Availability to support on a regular weekly basis
We Offer
Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for international networking at the highest level
Access to international research networks
Flexible working hours
Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development to further develop your talents
Our Corporate Health Management Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being
Are you interested?
Then become part of the DKFZ and join us in contributing to a life without cancer!
Dr. Ibrahim Murathan Sektioglu
Phone: +49 (0)6131/179816
Applications by e-mail cannot be accepted.
We are convinced that an innovative research and working environment thrives on the diversity of its employees. Therefore, we welcome applications from talented people, regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical ability, religion and age. People with severe disabilities are given preference if they have the same aptitude.
