Research Assistant (all genders) Target Validation Assays
Research Assistant (all genders) Target Validation Assays
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The Target Discovery & Validation group within the In Vitro Biology Early Discovery department at Evotec headquarters in Hamburg is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated
Research Assistant (all genders)
Target Validation Assays
Full-time and permanent
The successful candidate will use cutting-edge technologies to develop or use assays for target validation and use different methods relevant to small molecule drug discovery and development against neurodegenerative and other diseases.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement cellular assays for target validation (primary cell culture cell lines transfection virus mediated gene transfer)
- Use and establish plate- and image-based readouts
- Use and establish genome editing methodologies such as CRISPR/Cas9 paired with various cargo types and delivery methods
- Plan perform and analyze cellular molecular biology and biochemical laboratory experiments (e.g. Protein DNA and RNA isolation and analysis immunocytochemistry and imaging)
- Manage project demands ensuring quality and timely delivery of data
- Record experiments independently in electronic lab notebook
Qualifications:
- Successfully completed apprenticeship (BTA/CTA/MTA) with some years of professional laboratory experience or a bachelors or masters degree in the field of biological sciences/in vitro pharmacology or related subjects
- Work experience with cellular assays preferably in a Pharma Biotech or a CRO setting
- Substantial hands-on experience of cell culture assays (cultivation & transfection of cell lines or primary cells immunocytochemistry etc.)
- Experience with standard molecular and biochemical techniques (basic DNA RNA and protein assays)
- Experience with transfection and genome editing methods is a plus
- Experience with handling and isolation of primary cells and possession of a FELASA B certificate is a plus
- Well-organized dynamic personality with high levels of drive enthusiasm and commitment
- Excellent team spirit and capability of working with a wide degree of autonomy and independence
- Ability to work in a cross-functional team
- Fluency in written and spoken English German advantageous
Our offer:
- A position within a vigorous and exciting professional environment promoted by an open culture and a spirit of community
- A diverse international workforce with a dynamic working environment that fosters creativity innovations and teamwork
- 30 days of annual holiday monthly allowance for public transportation and in-house canteen
- Capital forming benefits flexible working hours holiday pay and annual bonus depending on performance
To apply please click on the Apply button and provide your application documents (CV and cover letter including earliest possible start date and salary requirements). We are looking forward to getting to know you and to your application.
FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité Evotec étudie à compétences égales toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.
ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy Evotec considers with equal competences all applications including people with disabilities.
Employment Type
Full-Time
