Lab technician (f/m/d)

The Max-Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI) conducts basic research in the field of nonlinear optics and ultrafast dynamics arising from the interaction of light with matter and pursues applications that emerge from this research. It develops and uses ultra-fast and ultra-intense lasers and laser-driven short-pulse light sources in a broad spectral range in combination with methods of nonlinear spectroscopy. With its research, MBI fulfils a national mission and is an integral part of the international scientific community.

Lab technician (f/m/d)

Job profile:

We are looking for a motivated person with technical education and experience in general scientific instrumentation, experimental techniques and computer technology to join our scientific team on a long-term basis. You will join our researcher team in the everyday work in laboratory environment, help with computer-related problems and support our research activities.

Your tasks:

• General and operational laboratory support.
• Design and implementation of simple mechanical arrangements.
• Implementation and tests of new devices.
• Organization of opto-electronic measuring stations and measuring electronics.
• Documentation of IT issues (ticketing).
• Maintenance of the software licenses and of the hardware of the division in cooperation with the central IT.
• Configuration of the Windows computers at the division.

Requirements:

• Completed vocational training in the technical field or comparable professional experience with a technical background.
• You are reliable, independently working person with sensitivity on technical details.
• You are highly motivated, well organized, open-minded person with good              problem-solving skills.
• You communicate in a gentle and effective way. Both your German and English are fluent.
• You have deep knowledge of current Windows operating systems (Win 7 and above).
• Experience with CAD software for mechanical design and/or for ray-tracing of optical components (for instance, Zemax, ASAP) is highly appreciated.
• Experience with vacuum technology, optics and laser technology is an advantage.

Our offer:

We offer a challenging and versatile position with opportunities for professional development. We hope for a fruitful long-term cooperation and offer a permanent employment. Salary according to the German TVöD.

MBI is an equal-opportunity employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.

If equally qualified, severely handicapped persons are given preference.

MBI supports the reconcilability of family and working life and is certified by the audit workandfamily (audit berufundfamilie) as a family-friendly employer.

Please upload your application, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, certificates and description of previous professional activities electronically via the MBI online recruiting platform at https://mbi-berlin.de/career. The advertisement is open with immediate effect and will remain open until the position is filled.

For further information about the project, please contact Dr. Arnaud Rouzée (rouzee(at)mbi-berlin.de).