The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is hiring a Research Technician or Scientific Officer for its Electron Microscopy Core Facility in Heidelberg, Germany, on a three-year contract. EMBL recruits internationally, offers visa exemptions and pays from 4,147.92 euros a month net of tax. Deadline: 17 November 2026, 23:59 CET.
Who can apply
Nationality
EMBL recruits internationally and encourages applications from all nationalities. The posting sets no nationality condition, so Tunisians can apply.
Degree
A degree in biology, life sciences, biophysics or a related field, or an equivalent technical qualification such as a German BTA or MTA.
Experience
Substantial hands-on electron microscopy for the life sciences, with expertise in several of sample preparation, transmission EM, volume EM and correlative imaging, and EM software.
Language
Good communication skills in English. A service mindset and the ability to teach techniques clearly are expected.
Funding and what it does not cover
Grade 5 or 6, with a monthly salary from 4,147.92 euros net of tax, before health insurance and pension contributions, plus allowances. The contract is for three years, renewable up to nine years.
Covered
Salary free of income tax, with family, child and non-resident allowances
Visa exemption for international newcomers
Relocation package with an installation grant (conditions apply)
Private medical insurance and a pension scheme
Help to travel home every second year
You pay
Health insurance and pension contributions are deducted from the salary
