Senior Manager and Engineer, Flow Cytometry Services (m/f/d) Team:
Genomics
The Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association aims to transform tomorrow’s medicine through our discoveries of today. At locations in Berlin-Buch, Berlin-Mitte, Heidelberg and Mannheim, our researchers harness interdisciplinary collaboration to decipher the complexities of disease at the systems level – from molecules and cells to organs and the entire organism. Through academic, clinical, and industry partnerships, as well as global networks, we strive to translate biological discoveries into applications that enable the early detection of deviations from health, personalize treatment, and ultimately prevent disease. First founded in 1992, the Max Delbrück Center today inspires and nurtures a diverse talent pool of 1,800 people from over 70 countries. We are 90 percent funded by the German federal government and 10 percent by the state of Berlin.
The scientific infrastructures support and enable a wide portfolio of technologies and methodologies by specialized scientific technology platforms, which are essential for the research approaches at the MDC. MDC researchers as well as technology platforms collaborate with Berlin based research and medical institutions and with leading international partner institutions and their respective infrastructures.
The MDC is seeking a highly motivated individual to support the Flow Cytometry Services in Berlin-Mitte (BIMSB) in a fixed-term position (maternity cover).
Job Description
* Establishing and maintaining communication with users and collaboration partners in German and English
* Providing individualized technical consultation and support to users and collaboration partners
* Independently optimizing and troubleshooting user experiments
* Organizing maintenance and repairs, and independently resolving unexpected technical issues
* Training users in relevant technologies and procedures
* Supporting and advising FACS users, including in the context of single-cell genomics experiments
* Reviewing safety-related aspects of user project applications (genetic engineering and biosafety compliance)
* Start-up and shutdown of highly complex instruments
* Independently configuring and adjusting instruments to meet specific experimental requirements
* Performing quality control (QC), minor repairs, and routine maintenance
* Managing procurement and ordering of supplies, as well as reagent management and inventory control
* Managing bookings in OpenIris, service billing, and cost allocation
* Conducting safety training sessions for users
Requirements
* Master’s degree in life sciences
* Professional experience in cytometry (required)
Further requirements:
* Hands-on experience with BD FACSAria and BD LSRFortessa X-20 flow cytometry systems
* Experience handling BSL-2 (biosafety level 2)/ S2 biological materials
* Previous experience working in a core facility environment (beneficial)
* Certification as Project Leader (Genetic Engineering) according to German GenTG regulations
* Strong motivation and interpersonal skills for interaction with researchers and administrative staff
* Excellent organizational and communication skills
* Professional proficiency in both spoken and written German and English
We offer
* international working environment with communication in English and German
* interesting career opportunities and a range of opportunities for further qualification and training
* Compatibility of family and career certified by the workandfamily audit ("berufundfamilie audit")
* Support for "New Berliners" through the MDC Welcome & Family Office
You also benefit from:
* a remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD Bund), including additional company pension schemes
* a secure job
* flexible working hours and childcare support
* the possibility of mobile working
* additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye tests, ergonomics advice at the workplace
Salary
Remuneration will be according to the TVöD Bund, depending on the personal requirements, up to the fee group 12.
Employment volume
Full time
Desired starting date
July 21, 2026
Limitation
Fixed Term
The position is initially limited to the end of October with the prospect of a subsequent 12-month period (parental leave replacement).
Application period
May 26, 2026
Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Excellence in science and innovation depends on a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment. At the Max Delbrück Center, we are committed to creating such a space — one where individuals from all backgrounds can grow scientifically, professionally, and personally. As a values-driven research institute, we recognize that diversity of thought, experience, and identity is essential to our mission: advancing biomedical research to transform tomorrow’s medicine. We foster a culture of curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and shared responsibility for equity and openness. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences, especially those who bring new perspectives and a collaborative spirit to our international team. Applicants are considered based on qualifications and experience, free from discrimination. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and will ensure appropriate support is provided.
Please get in touch with any questions
Janine Altmüller
Genomics
Janine.Altmueller@mdc-berlin.de
Apply now
Please use our online portal and submit your application including a cover letter, CV (without photo, age and information about your family status) and other relevant attachments.
If you have a foreign degree, please submit proof of the recognition of your Master's degree in Germany with your application. The proof can be determined via the anabin database and can be submitted as a PDF attachment to the application. Further information can be found at Recognition of Degrees and Achievements .
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