Student as Laboratory Assistant (f/m/d) 5-10 hours/week - Bremen

Enlightening Science

European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques.

For our Sample Environment and Characterisation group we are looking for a

Student as Laboratory Assistant (f/m/d) 5-10 hours/week

The Position

• Maintaining an accurate, up-to-date inventory of all laboratory chemicals, consumables, and general materials

• Organizing and optimizing storage of laboratory items

• Support the group in general lab work

Requirements

• Enrolled Bachelor or Master student in Chemistry or Biology

• Interest in working in laboratories or previous experience in working in a laboratory

• Good English knowledge

• Experience with MS Excel,  Word, and a quick learner of general laboratory software and database tools

• Well-organized and structured in managing data

For additional information, please contact Joachim Schulz (joachim.schulz@xfel.eu).

Working place will be Schenefeld, in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found on our Career Page.

Reference Number

X-475

Duration

Initially limited to 6 months, an extension is possible.

Our offer

Become part of a vibrant international and multi-cultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.

Work-life balance & flexibility

• A family-friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)

• Flexible working hours and options to work from home (depending on your role and tasks)

• 30 days of paid vacation (based on a 5-day week; will be adjusted to part time model), plus December 24th and 31st off (granted by the employer)

Compensation & long-term security

• Transparent compensation aligned with public service organizations in Germany

• Salary range: min. 2/2 with 2,975.32€  - max. 3/2 with 3,164.20€ (these values refer to a working time of 39 hours a week in full time and will be adjusted according to the part-time model), the actual level is defined by the individual university enrollment (Bachelor's or Master's degree), here is the link to the current valid tariff table. 

• In these paygroups, we offer an annual special payment of 95% of one month’s salary. 

• Partially funded public transportation Deutschlandticket

• Generous company pension scheme (6.45% of your monthly salary)

Support from day one

• English as company language, enabling easy collaboration in our international environment

Learning, wellbeing & community

• Extensive training opportunities, including subsidized English and German language courses

• Subsidized sports membership with access to over 7,000 sport clubs

• Monthly social events and company restaurant with employee discounts

• Free access to a professional mental health support platform

Application

Please provide your CV and a motivation letter in English as well as any reference letters.

The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants.

Application Deadline: 18/11/2026