Research Specialist Chromatography (parental leave replacement)
Mainz, Germany | full time | Job ID:9260
As Research Specialist Chromatography you will support development, optimization and maintenance of chromatography-based assays for the release and characterization of mainly RNA products that are currently in clinical trials. You will be supportive technical expert for HPLC/UPLC within the group and department, involved in communication with internal and external partners and collaborators. You will be responsible for equipment and organizational tasks of laboratory management. Please note: This position is a temporary parental leave replacement for 2 years and cannot be offered on a permanent basis.
Planning and execution of chromatographic assay (using HPLC and UPLC systems) for RNA analysis.
Participating in method optimization and new method development as well as trouble shooting of chromatographic assays and sample preparation.
Predominantly independent design of experiments within a given context and based on existing protocols or without specific work instructions.
Data processing, data interpretation, and presentation within the team, as well as related documentation, such as writing and revision of analytical procedures and development reports.
Responsibility for equipment and organizational tasks of laboratory management (e.g. instrument support and maintenance, communication with device manufacturers and service technicians, resupply and ordering of material).
Close collaboration with other members of the department and interaction with internal and external partners.
Scientific degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) or completed vocational training with approx. 3 years of relevant work experience in Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Biopharmaceuticals or Biochemistry or a related field.
Hands-on experience with chromatography, preferably with nucleic acids as analytes.
Basic knowledge about different chromatographic techniques (e.g. IP-RP, SEC, HILIC) as well as basic knowledge about sample preparation methods for nucleic acids and RNA is a plus.
Good knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken.
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
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Your health and lifestyle: Company bike
Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket
Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare