Job Description

Research Associate (m/f/d) -

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin



InstituteInstitute of Technical Microbiology RemunerationEG 13



TV-L



ID: 37225WV7

Start of employment February 1st 2026

Application deadline December 28th 2025

Scope full time, fixed term until January 31st 2029 The Institute of Technical Microbiology is an open and international institute. Together with one technician, around 20 scientific staff members, and a changing group of students, we conduct research and teaching in the fields of sustainable biotechnology, bio-based resources, and microbial wastewater treatment. We place particular importance on involving all team members in the various workflows and decision-making processes, and on fostering a collegial, respectful, and supportive working environment.



YOUR TASKS



Develop and optimize genetic systems for an extremophilic Knallgas bacteria to enhance biocatalyst efficiency and production of target compounds Adapt microbial strains to process-relevant substrates and environmental conditions Investigate genetic stability and performance in bioreactor Characterize biofilm formation and interaction with electrodes to support reactor operation Collaborate with bioengineers to integrate optimized strains into reactor systems and process workflows

YOUR PROFILE



Requirements



Completed scientific university studies, in particular in the subject Biology, Microbiology, Applied Biology, Biotechnology or comparable

Desired knowledge and personal skills



Strong background in molecular biology, microbial cultivation, and genetic engineering (CRISPR/Cas9, homologous recombination, plasmid-based systems) Experience with bioprocess integration, and biofilm analysis and downstream processing of microbial biomass/ product Skills in analytical techniques, protein purification and data interpretation Experience in setting up sequencing workflows to monitor genetic stability and performance in bioprocesses Excellent German and English communication skills (B2/C1); international research experience is advantageous

OUR OFFER



a job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment flexible and family-friendly working conditions 30 day vacation per year good public transport connections internal offers for health promotion special conditions in further gyms

At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The TU Hamburg sees itself in this context as a family-friendly and sustainable university with high performance and quality standards that strives for excellence in all its research fields. Interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles in our actions. With currently around 8.000 students, 110 professors and 1.650 employees, the TU Hamburg is characterised by short decision-making processes and close cooperation between the board, the institutes, the deans of studies, the research areas and the administration. We identify ourselves with a modern leadership culture and cultivate appreciative interaction.



For further information please contact Dr. Laura-Alina Philipp, Tel.-Nr.



+49 40 30601 3488

, Email:

laura.philipp@tuhh.de



. We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.



The TUHH stands for equal opportunities



as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.



Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae in table form, proof of completed training and/or university degree, job references or certificates of employment) via the online application system.



Notice for severely disabled persons and people with equal status.

Notice for graduates of foreign educational qualifications:

Please submit proof of all obtained university degrees and, if available, the recognition of your educational qualifications in Germany (e.g. anabin excerpts and/or acknowledgement of previous employers).