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Institution: Universiyt of Tübingen Department: Institute of Medical Psychology and Behavioral Neurobiology Description: Institute of Medical Psychology and Behavioral Neurobiology – University of Tübingen Application Deadline: 28 February 2026 Start Date: 1 April 2026 Contract Length: 2 years (with possibility of extension) Location: Tübingen, Germany About the Institute of Medical Psychology and Behavioral Neurobiology The institute is part of the Medical Faculty at the University of Tübingen and is led by Professor Jan Born . We investigate how sleep supports memory formation, learning, and cognitive processing. Our research focuses on the neural and physiological mechanisms through which sleep stabilizes and transforms newly acquired information. We combine human sleep experiments, behavioral and cognitive testing, and animal models to uncover fundamental principles of sleep-dependent memory consolidation. Your Tasks and Responsibilities You will play a central role in supporting the daily operation of both our human sleep laboratories and animal research facilities. Responsibilities include: Human sleep labs – Maintain and organize all supplies and materials needed for human sleep studies – Oversee ordering, inventory management, and restocking of consumables and technical components – Assist with preparing the sleep lab for nightly or daytime recordings (room setup, equipment readiness) Animal research – Manage and plan mouse colonies, including breeding and documentation – Perform animal handling, routine monitoring, and preparation for behavioral or physiological experiments – Conduct histology, immunostaining, and microscopy-based data processing – Maintain equipment and supplies used in animal experiments – Support general lab upkeep (solutions, glassware, autoclaving, waste disposal) – Oversee documentation for genetic engineering, biosafety (virus/S1), and work safety – Contribute to a reliable, well-organized, and collegial working environment Required qualifications – Completed vocational training and state recognition as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), or a completed B.Sc. in a life science discipline (or equivalent) – Strong English communication skills – Ability to work independently and structure workflows efficiently – Excellent reliability, attention to detail, and a proactive work attitude – Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn – Enjoyment of working in an international, research-driven environment – Effective communication and teamwork abilities Beneficial qualifications – German language skills What We Offer – Work in one of the world’s leading laboratories for sleep and memory neuroscience – Access to advanced research facilities and instrumentation – A collaborative, supportive, interdisciplinary research environment within the Tübingen Neuroscience Campus – Excellent training and opportunities for professional development – Employment according to the German public service pay scale (TV-L), salary group E9 – Life in Tübingen, a vibrant university town with strong scientific networks and high quality of life How to Apply Please send one PDF file (max. 5 MB) including: