Laboratory Technician (m/f/d) – Surface Chemistry

Job title:

Laboratory Technician (m/f/d) – Surface Chemistry

Company

Nanogami

Job description

Nanogami is a highly innovative and rapidly growing startup in the field of DNA Origami-based nanotechnology (check out our or this to learn more). Our international team is driven by a shared vision: to pioneer a novel generation of biochips set to unlock applications in research and diagnostics and thereby pushing the boundaries of personalised medicine to new heights. In 2022 we secured significant funding by SPRIND – Germany’s Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation to realize our ambitious growth trajectory and now aim to significantly expand our current team to support the at-scale commercialisation of our nanotechnology.Your role:
We are looking for a dedicated Technican (m/f/d) to join our innovative biochip team. In this role, you will be an important part of our laboratory operations, with a focus on the production of chemically modified substrates. These samples are used by our application teams for the development of new, innovative products.Your Mission:

• Conduct and optimize surface modification reactions on glass and other substrates for biomolecule deposition
• Perform quality control analysis of substrates to ensure the consistency and quality of chemical modifications
• Maintain and monitor the stock of substrates to ensure sufficient supply for ongoing research and development projects
• Perform deposition of polymers or biomolecules on modified surfaces to support ongoing research and development projects
• Conduct laboratory experiments, assays, and analyses under the guidance of senior laboratory staff
• Use instruments and methods such as contact angle goniometer, ellipsometer, and AFM
• Maintain laboratory records and ensure all data is properly documented
• Collaborate with researchers to troubleshoot experiments and optimize or develop new laboratory techniques and protocols
• Perform routine laboratory maintenance tasks such as cleaning and organizing equipment and workspaces
• Participate in and report at team meetings

RequirementsYour Profile:

• Completed training as a technical assistant (e.g., CTA, BTA) in chemistry, biochemistry, nanotechnology, or a related field
• 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting
• Strong knowledge of chemistry techniques and laboratory procedures
• Experiences with surface functionalisations and/ or surface-initiated polymerization is a plus
• High focus and reliability in executing experimental work in the laboratory
• Ability to follow instructions and work according to standardized protocols
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple experiments simultaneously
• High flexibility and adaptability to changing work plans
• Independent, self-motivated working style and the ability to communicate and work effectively in an interdisciplinary team
• A positive and open attitude with a willingness to learn new things
• Good English and German skills

Benefits

• Research-oriented work in a unique interdisciplinary and diverse research team

• Dynamic young start-up environment with a real opportunity for growth and a corporate culture based on partnership
• Varied tasks in a new and modern laboratory environment
• Your work-life balance is important to us. That’s why we value flexible working hours and don’t measure you by attendance, but by output
• Attractive compensation package

Expected salary

Location

München, Bayern

Job date

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 22:16:10 GMT

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