Student Assistant (HiWi) – Biochemistry / Molecular Biology

30.01.2026, Studentische Hilfskräfte, Praktikantenstellen, Studienarbeiten

The NTase Lab at TUM is looking for a motivated student assistant (HiWi) to support our research on nucleic acid immunity and the molecular functions of nucleotidyltransferases (NTases). We study how the immune system detects pathogens, and which mechanisms help prevent autoimmunity. Our research combines cutting-edge technologies, including structural biology and LC-MS, with classical protein biochemistry methods. Located at the Center for Functional Protein Assemblies (CPA) in Garching, our lab offers a highly collaborative and supportive research environment.

Your tasks:

Molecular Cloning (PCR, Gibson Assembly, mutagenesis, transformation, gel electrophoresis, plasmid isolation)

Preparing buffers, media, stock solutions & competent cells

Refilling lab stocks (e.g. SDS-PAGE gels, LB agar plates)

Performing Western blots

Recombinant protein expression & purification

General lab support (e.g. glass ware sterilization)

Once you are integrated into the lab, additional responsibilities can be adapted to your interests. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Your Profile:

You are enrolled in a university program in biosciences or a related field

You are interested in laboratory-based research

You are available for > 10 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months

You are enthusiastic, communicative, and open-minded

Prior lab experience is a plus but not required

What we offer:

working student contract (HiWi) for up to 20 hours/week

active involvement in ongoing research projects in the field of innate immunity

insight into lab organization and management

comprehensive training and supervision from experienced lab members

Interested?

If you’re excited to learn and contribute to exciting research, please send your CV to to: students.cryoem(at)nat.tum.de. For more information about our lab and research please visit https://www.bio.nat.tum.de/en/cryoem/home/

Kontakt: students.cryoem@nat.tum.de