Master student CAR T cell therapy of pancreatic cancer (m|f|d) presso Miltenyi Biotec

For 35 years, we have been developing cutting-edge science and technology to empower biomedical research and personalized medicine. We combine excellence from more than 60 disciplines in natural sciences, engineering, and informatics to make a significant contribution to biomedical sciences. We encourage a creative working environment driven by pioneering spirit – to seek new horizons – boldly envisioning the future and turning it into reality. Today, more than 4,700 experts from over 50 countries contribute to our sustainable success.

• While obtaining your master’s degree, you will be part of an interdisciplinary team that is developing cutting-edge technologies for adoptive immunotherapy with a strong focus on the development of novel ways to improve CAR T cell functionality.
• You will apply a broad range of methods from cellular and molecular biology, virology as well as immunology, including cultivation of primary cells, production of viral vectors and genetic modification of immune cells.
• Following a thorough introduction and on-the-job training you will perform your experiments independently, but also in close collaboration with the team. Bringing in your own ideas, you will actively contribute to the development of novel gene therapy tools.
• Sharing your results is fundamental within the team as well as other departments within the company. Therefore, you will continue to develop communication skills to present and discuss your results at internal meetings.
• Your workplace is Bergisch Gladbach.

• You are an enrolled student and already hold a B.Sc. degree in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology or comparable with above-average grades.
• During your studies you gained extensive knowledge of virology, molecular biology and immunology.
• You have first hands-on experiences with mammalian cell culture techniques, molecular biology techniques and flow cytometry. Experience in isolation, cultivation and characterization of primary immune cells is a plus.
• You are willing to work with gene modified organisms under safety level S2.
• You are willing to work with samples from animal experiments.
• You are highly self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills and are willing to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills complete your profile.

What we offer

• A modern workplace and exciting opportunities in the development of technologies with a secure future.
• Diversity: International teams and cross-border intercultural communication  
• Room for creativity: It’s the most clever solution that we always strive for 
• Health & Sport: We offer a wide range of corporate sports activities and health provision 
• Miltenyi University: A clever mind never stops learning, take advantage of our inhouse Training Academy 

Diversity is the bedrock of our creativity. 

Our mission: To innovate treatments and technologies and tackle the world’s most serious health challenges. And that’s why we connect the dots –across various disciplines, linking different perspectives, skills, and abilities. 

You and your talent are welcome here in our inclusive and collaborative environment. So come as you are. Regardless of gender, sexual identity, age, ethnicity, religion or disability. 

Become part of our team and focus on pushing the borders of medicine. 

We are looking forward to your application

You have the skills and qualifications required for this position, please use the link to send us your documents (cover letter, resume, references and certificates).

Please give us an idea of when you could start and what your salary expectations are.