The IMBA Institute of Molecular Biotechnology of the Austrian Academy of Sciences is an internationally recognized research institute that focuses on molecular medicine, stem cell research and RNA biology and is home to about 280 scientists from over 42 countries. It is located at the Vienna Biocenter, very close to the city centre of Vienna. Science carried out at IMBA is at the highest level and counts with excellent state-of-the-art infrastructure and top research programs for different scientific career levels. See more in www.imba.oeaw.ac.at; www.viennabiocenter.org

The Tissue Culture Support Unit at IMBA seeks highly motivated weekend student workers (20 hours/week) to support human stem cell and organoid projects. Join a collaborative environment advancing models of human development and disease while gaining hands‑on experience with state‑of‑the‑art techniques in different research groups.

• Monitor and maintain human stem cell and organoid cultures (e.g., cardiac, brain, blastoid, gastruloid) on weekends and public holidays.
• Assist with ongoing differentiation protocols and treatments to ensure continuity of critical experiments.
• Contribute to smooth progression of research projects and laboratory workflows.

• Enrolled students in Vienna, ideally in the final phase of a Bachelor’s in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related life sciences.
• Fast learner with strong attention to detail and enthusiasm for hands‑on lab work; confident; basic wet‑lab and pipetting skills.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique is a strong advantage.
• Reliable, well organized, proactive; effective communication and documentation skills in English (written and spoken).

• Young, dynamic, and international work environment with >40 nationalities and strong collaborative culture.
• Valuable exposure to advanced techniques and emerging organoid models; potential for increased independence.
• Outstanding performance may enable a Master’s thesis within a participating group.
• After a six‑month probation period, transition to a permanent contract.

Attractive remuneration of EUR 2,200 gross per month (on the full-time basis); preferred start date in February or March 2026

Application deadline: December 31. Please submit your CV, academic transcript, and—if available—reference letters.

IMBA - Institut für Molekulare Biotechnologie GmbH
Dr.-Bohr-Gasse 3
A-1030 Wien
www.imba.oeaw.ac.at