Microbiology & Molecular Biology Working Student

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📍 Hamburg, Hamburg, GermanyWorking student

About this role

Are you passionate about microbiology and molecular biology? Would you like to contribute to developing assays and workflows that power our fermentation? Do you love applying your organizational and research skills in a fast-paced biotech lab? Be at the forefront of modern-day industrial biotechnology and work in an energetic, highly ambitious, and international scale-up environment. Let's change the world together! 


Tasks 

  • Perform microbiological media preparation, plating & screening. 
  • Develop, validate, and optimize assays through careful planning and execution. 
  • Support general microbiology upkeep, molecular biology work, and documentation. 
  • Support shake flasks and fermentation runs, including setup, monitoring, and sampling. 
  • Contribute to general laboratory tasks (cleaning, autoclaving, Gram staining). 

Requirements 

  • You are currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field. 
  • You are familiar with basic microbiology and molecular biology techniques such as bacteria handling and cultivation, DNA extraction, PCR, and agarose gel electrophoresis. 
  • Basic bioreactor experience is an advantage but not mandatory. 
  • You are driven by curiosity. 
  • You have a hands-on personality and team-play spirit. 
  • You are passionate about sustainability and eager to be part of a fast-growing scale-up. 
  • Fluent English. 

Benefits 

  • Gain practical experience in a professional research environment. 
  • Opportunity to contribute to impactful research projects. 
  • Flexible working hours based on academic schedule. 


At MicroHarvest, we value diversity and as such we do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable laws. MicroHarvest respectfully encourages people from all backgrounds and under-represented groups to apply for this position. 

 

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This Microbiology & Molecular Biology Working Student role at microharvest is based in Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Microbiology & Molecular Biology Working Student role at microharvest full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Working student position. It is posted as a Microbiology & Molecular Biology Working Student role in the I&D department at microharvest.
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When was the Microbiology & Molecular Biology Working Student job at microharvest posted?
This Microbiology & Molecular Biology Working Student position at microharvest was posted on Aug 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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