Scientist as Application Specialist Next Generation Sequencing

Scientist as Application Specialist Next Generation Sequencing

Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics

Freiburg, Germany

Your tasks

As an NGS Specialist, you will play a key role in advancing cutting-edge sequencing technologies at our institute. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing, implementing and refining sample preparation for sequencing workflows
• Focus on single-cell, multi-omics and spatial approaches using diverse input material, including tissue sections
• Monitoring quality, conducting data analysis and driving workflow automation with seamless integration into existing infrastructure
• Collaborating closely with research groups to support epigenetics-focused sequencing projects
• Assisting the facility’s laboratory team with logistical and administrative tasks, as well as routine lab work
• Maintaining and troubleshooting complex laboratory instruments
• Preparing samples and executing sequencing runs

Your qualifications

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced scientist to strengthen our NGS team. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who can deliver high-quality results independently and responsibly. Key requirements include:

• Academic degree and a PhD in a relevant life science discipline
• Demonstrated hands-on experience (expert level) with NGS laboratory techniques, ideally in epigenomic assays (e.g., Cut&Tag, ATAC-Seq, single-cell assays, spatial transcriptomics, cryosectioning)
• Experience with laboratory automation systems
• Expertise in NGS data analysis
• Programming skills in Python or R (preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to support multiple research projects simultaneously
• Solid knowledge of current scientific literature in the field
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills