The world is changing at an ever-faster pace. At the Johannes Kepler University Linz, we work on technologies and the ideas of tomorrow on a daily basis. At the same time, we educate over 27,000 young people to meet the demands of today’s job market. In short, we are Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research. Are you interested in being a part of shaping the future of Austria’s most attractive campus university? We currently have a job opening for a:
Medizinisch-Technische Assistenz / Biomedizinische*r Analytiker*in (MTA / BMA) for a full-time, permanent position
Organizational unit::
Universitätsklinik für Gynäkologie, Geburtshilfe und Gynäkologische Endokrinologie
Entry date::
11/02/2026
Job Reference Number::
60500-2026-002122
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We are seeking a highly motivated Biomedical Laboratory Scientist / Research Technician to support the establishment and long-term development of a new translational gynecologic oncology research laboratory.
The position will be based in the research group of PD Dr. Damian Ralser, Tenure-Track Professor of Gynecologic Oncology, and offers the opportunity to actively contribute to building a new laboratory from its inception and to assume a central, long-term role within the research team.
The position will be based in the research group of PD Dr. Damian Ralser, Tenure-Track Professor of Gynecologic Oncology, and offers the opportunity to actively contribute to building a new laboratory from its inception and to assume a central, long-term role within the research team.
Job Duties::
- Supporting the establishment, organization and day-to-day operation of the new research laboratory
- Establishing, performing and optimizing experimental laboratory procedures
- Culture and characterization of tumor cells and preclinical tumor models
- Performance of drug-testing experiments and functional assays
- Performance of molecular and cellular biology experiments
- Processing, documentation and storage of biological samples
- Support of biomarker analyses and translational research projects
- Documentation, quality assurance and standardization of laboratory procedures
- Management of laboratory consumables, reagents and equipment
- Technical support and training of postdoctoral researchers, PhD students and other research staff
- Close collaboration with clinical and scientific partners
Your Qualifications::
- You have completed professional training or a degree as a Biomedical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Technologist, Research Technician or hold an equivalent qualification
- Previous experience in a molecular biology, cell biology or cancer research laboratory is highly desirable
- Experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, immunoassays, microscopy and/or preclinical drug-testing approaches would be advantageous
- We are looking for a reliable, highly organized and independent team member with a strong interest in experimental and translational cancer research. A willingness to establish new laboratory methods and take responsibility for laboratory organization and workflows is particularly important
- Englischkenntnisse Niveau B2 (gute, flüssige Kommunikation im beruflichen Kontext). Deutschkenntnisse von Vorteil
What We Offer::
- On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 3,131.30 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: IIIb)
- Stable employer
- Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connections
- Educational and continual educational opportunities
- Paid lunch break
- Exercise and sports classes (USI)
- Employee events
- …and much more
Application due date::
10/19/2026
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Location::
Krankenhausstraße
26-30,
4020
Linz