R&D Scientist (Cell Biology) 100% (m/f/d)

Opportunity Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated biologist with a strong technical background to contribute to the development of our cell line engineering service. This role is perfect for cell biologists eager to embrace new challenges in a dynamic environment.

Your Challenge

• Hands-on development of efficient processes for the cell line engineering workflow in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of cell line engineers, biologists, and automation specialists.
• Active participation in the continuous improvement of our workflow by identifying risks and failures and resolving technical issues.
• Development of innovative solutions to streamline the cell line engineering process and enhance our portfolio.
• Analysis and interpretation of experimental results, including the identification of trends, anomalies, and opportunities for further research.
• Meticulous performance of experiments, ensuring high standards of accuracy and reproducibility.
• Presentation of findings and updates to internal stakeholders, clearly communicating the implications and potential applications of the results.
• Contribution to the maintenance of a well-organized and efficient lab environment.

Your Profile

• Master or PhD in cell biology or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of practical experience, with industry experience being a significant advantage.
• Strong technical knowledge in mammalian cell culture, including maintenance and expansion, particularly with challenging cell types such as immune cells, iPSCs, and neuronal cells.
• Technical knowledge in general laboratory techniques, including DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing, and immunofluorescence.
• Comfortable with wet-lab work, experimental troubleshooting, and handling lab equipment (e.g., cell seeder, imager).
• Experience in designing and optimizing experiments, monitoring performance, and implementing improvements.
• Experience in process development in cell line development is advantageous.
• Capable of working autonomously, taking ownership of projects, and driving innovation.
• Ability to define key questions within a problem-solving framework.
• High proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Our Offer

• Far-reaching responsibilities and the opportunity to actively shape the success of our service business.
• Collaboration with a unique technology on a groundbreaking new approach to generating engineered cell lines.
• A structured goal-setting and execution framework based on Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
• An innovative environment with high growth potential, where your ideas are valued.

Join Our Team

At Cytosurge, we are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Our team is focused on making significant advancements in the field of cell line engineering, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about cell biology and excited about making contributions to transformative research, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.