Biological Technical Assistant; BTA – R&D; f​/m​/d

About the role

As a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), you will be a key contributor to our R&D activities, supporting the development, verification, and quality of innovative biological assays and technologies. You will independently perform laboratory experiments, document and analyze results, and ensure high-quality standards in a modern, interdisciplinary research environment.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Perform verification and validation experiments for R&D and product development
• Analyze and document experiments in accordance with GLP and internal quality standards
• Apply biological and biochemical techniques including ELISA, Western blotting, FPLC, IF (ICC, IHC), FISH, RNA/protein co-detection assays, NGS, CRISPR-based gene editing and screening, single‑cell analysis, cytometry/FACS, and spatial biology

The essential requirements of the job include:

• BSc degree or equivalent in biology or a related life-science field or completed training as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) or equivalent qualification
• Several years of hands‑on experience with biological and/or biochemical laboratory methods
• Fluency in German and English (both at working proficiency level)

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Performing image‑based assays using advanced microscopy platforms (e.g., confocal and light‑sheet microscopy)
• Working with diverse sample types including tissue sections, liquid biopsies, organoids/3D cell cultures, and biological model systems

Location:

Siegen, Germany (Laboratory‑based)

Company: ATTO‑TEC GmbH (a Danaher / Leica Microsystems company)

Department:
Research & Development

Reports to:

Director Assay Development Platform