Lead Scientist R&D (mfx) – Protein Expression Technologies
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Job Summary
Our vision is to unlock the full potential of ALiCE and accelerate access to innovative protein-based medicines by reducing development timelines lowering production costs and expanding manufacturing possibilities worldwide.
We are on an exciting journey and are looking for curious passionate and entrepreneurial individuals who want to make a meaningful impact. If youre excited about breakthrough science solving complex challenges and helping build the future of biomanufacturing wed love to hear from you.
Why Join LenioBio
- Work on cutting-edge biotechnology with real-world impact.
- Join a growing and ambitious team where your ideas matter.
- Take ownership and help shape the future direction of the company.
- Collaborate with talented scientists innovators and industry experts.
- Contribute to a mission that has the potential to improve healthcare globally.
Location: Aachen Germany
Department: Research & Development
Reporting to: Chief Scientific Officer (CSO)
- Lead complex protein expression programs with particular focus on membrane proteins and other difficult-to-express targets.
- Define scientific strategy and experimental priorities together with the CSO.
- Drive execution of R&D projects and critical milestones.
- Develop and optimize protein expression purification and characterization workflows.
- Act as a technical expert in customer-facing programs and collaborations.
- Mentor and develop scientists across the R&D organization.
- Support innovation and future development of ALiCE and related platform technologies.
- Navigate opportunities and challenges and think beyond your discipline.
- Champion a collaborative hands-on and solution-oriented mindset where curiosity ownership and teamwork drive success.
Qualifications & Scientific Expertise
- PhD in Biochemistry Molecular Biology Protein Science Structural Biology Biotechnology or a related discipline.
- 8 years of relevant industry experience.
- Recognized subject matter expert in membrane proteins with a proven track record in advancing membrane protein production purification and characterization workflows.
- Extensive experience overcoming challenges related to protein folding solubilization extraction stabilization detergent screening and functional characterization of membrane proteins.
- Deep expertise in recombinant protein expression and protein biochemistry.
- Experience with cell-free protein expression technologies and systems strongly preferred.
- Experience with plant-based expression systems highly desirable.
- Experience with ALiCE or related plant-derived cell-free platforms considered a major advantage.
Leadership & Project Management
- Proven experience leading multidisciplinary scientific teams and developing talent through coaching mentoring and knowledge sharing.
- Strong technical leadership skills with the ability to influence align and inspire stakeholders across functions regardless of reporting lines.
- Ability to translate scientific complexity into clear recommendations and strategic decisions.
Mindset & Ways of Working
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and motivated by solving complex scientific challenges.
- Comfortable operating and making decisions in a dynamic and resource-conscious environment where priorities can evolve quickly.
- Collaborative team player who can work effectively both independently and cross-functionally.
- High-energy and low-ego person.Adaptable resilient and proactive with a hands-on approach to achieving results.
- Excellent organizational communication presentation and scientific writing skills.
Additional Requirements
- Professional fluency in English both written and spoken. German language skills are a plus.
- Willingness to work primarily on-site close to our laboratories in Aachen. We believe innovation thrives through collaboration and therefore envisage a regular on-site presence ideally five days per week and no less than three days per week.
Youll be successful in this role if you...
- Love solving difficult scientific challenges and turning ideas into tangible outcomes.
- Enjoy combining strategic thinking with hands-on scientific execution.
- Thrive in collaborative fast-moving environments where initiative and ownership are valued.
- Are excited by the opportunity to shape not only projects but also the future direction of a growing biotech company.
- Want your work to contribute directly to making innovative medicines more accessible around the world.
- A permanent full-time position in Aachen Germany.
- The opportunity to shape the future of biomanufacturing. Join a pioneering biotech company that is transforming protein production and helping accelerate access to innovative medicines worldwide.
- A high-impact role with real ownership. Your scientific expertise ideas and decisions will directly influence our technology projects and company growth.
- A dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where innovation is encouraged initiative is valued and bureaucracy is kept to a minimum.
- The chance to work alongside a diverse international and highly talented team united by a shared passion for scientific excellence and innovation.
- Professional and personal growth opportunities in a fast-paced organization with the possibility to broaden your responsibilities and develop your career as the company grows.
- A competitive compensation package that recognizes your expertise contribution and impact.
- A culture built on collaboration trust and continuous learning where open communication and constructive feedback are encouraged at every level.
We look forward to receiving your application and learning how your expertise can contribute to the future of protein expression at LenioBio.
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At LenioBio were not just a biotechnology companywere pioneers on a mission to revolutionize how complex proteins are produced enabling faster more efficient drug discovery and manufacturing. Our groundbreaking ALiCE technology is redefining the boundaries of whats possible in protein engineering enabling the rapid scalable and efficient production of complex proteins that are at the forefront of medical innovation. Divided between our headquarters Düsseldorf Germany with our innovation hub in Aachen were a dynamic and innovative team committed to pushing the boundaries of science and making a tangible impact on healthcare.
As were focused on expanding ALiCEs capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the biopharmaceutical industry were looking for passionate talented individuals to join us on this exciting journey. At LenioBio youll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported. Join us and be a part of something truly groundbreaking.
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At LenioBio, we're not just a biotechnology company—we're pioneers on a mission to revolutionize how complex proteins are produced, enabling faster, more efficient drug discovery and manufacturing. Our groundbreaking ALiCE technology is redefining the boundaries of what’s possible in ... View more
