Hybrid Scientist Analytical Development (Mainz, RP, DE, 55129) presso BioNTech

Mainz, Germany   |   full time   |   Job ID: 9408 

As a Scientist you will develop and execute LC-MS (liquid chromatography – mass spectrometry) based analytical strategies and assays for release analytics and characterization of our RNA/lipid-based nanopharmaceuticals within our IVAC program. 

Please note: This position is a temporary parental leave replacement for 2 years and cannot be offered on a permanent basis.

Your main responsibilities are:

• Develop automation solutions for analytical assays (LC-MS) for peptide/protein quantification, including sample preparation, LC-MS data acquisition, data processing and analysis
• Optimization of assay routines and development of analytical strategies for the characterization of lipid-based nanopharmaceuticals by LC-MS
• Execute and document experiments, data evaluation, presentation of results, writing reports and SOPs
• Planning, supervision, and review of external analytical measurements (targeted and non-targeted LC-MS proteomics)
• Support tech transfer of analytical methods to QC laboratory
• LC-MS instrument maintenance and troubleshooting 

What you have to offer:

• PhD in pharmaceutical or natural sciences or a Master degree with several years (>3) of relevant work experience
• Profound knowledge of LC-MS based analysis e.g. quantification of peptides in cell lysates (targeted analysis and proteomics) and hands-on experience in LC-MS instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Professional experiences in the development, establishment and application of analytical assays, ideally within the pharmaceutical industry
• Exact, conscientious and independent way of working with independent time management, planning and analysis of experimental work
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Fluent in German and English (spoken and written)

Your Benefits:

It's our priority to support you:

• Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account  
• Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn Learning
• Your value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential
• Your health and lifestyle: Company bike
• Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket 
• Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare 

Apply now - We look forward to your application!

Apply to our Mainz, Germany location by sending us your documents via our online form. For any questions, contact our talent acquisition team on: + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (Monday-Friday from 12 PM to 4 PM CET).

Job ID 9408 (please always specify if you have any questions)   

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