About this role
**KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA** is searching for a motivated **Technical Assistant** **(m/f/d)** to join our Genome Editing (GenEd) Trait Discovery group at our global headquarter in **Einbeck, Germany.** If you are passionate about advancing protein analytics in the field of agricultural sciences and have already acquired hands-on experience in protein-protein interaction technologies, then you will be a perfect candidate to join our team. What we offer is a position that supports state-of-the-art in-house protein technology applications with a clear focus and mindset to accelerate GenEd product development at KWS. This is a **full-time position** with a fixed-term contract until September 2027. We're excited to fill it as soon as possible!
**Your responsibilities:**
- Design, implementation and documentation of protein-protein interaction experiments - Perform cloning and genetic transformation of bacteria and plants - Prepare, evaluate and report data in internal meetings - Contribute to general lab maintenance and team operations
**Bring in your potential:**
- Completed training as BTA, ATA, LTA, bachelor’s or master’s degree in biochemistry or other comparable qualifications - Experience with planta-based protein-protein interaction assay is a must have - Knowledge of handling plant material and GH experiments is required - Expertise in SDS-PAGE and western blotting methodologies will be considered a plus - Experience with LIMS and ELN documentation - High level of motivation and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset - Excellent team player with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks - Excellent communication skills in English are mandatory and German language skills will be beneficial
**We look forward to receiving your application online via SuccessFactors.**
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