Protein Biochemist as Research Associate (m/f/d) R&D Analytics

Octapharma Biopharmaceuticals GmbH a subsidiary of the Octapharma group founded in 1997 is a successful and expanding biotech company in Heidelberg.

Our core business is the development of recombinant proteins produced in human cell lines for therapeutic use in humans.

We are looking for a Research Associate (m / f / d) with strong skills in protein biochemistry to join our R&D Analytics group at our site in Heidelberg.

As a member of a young, highly motivated team of biologists and biotechnologists, you will support the development of new, protein-based drugs from early identification to late development phases.

As part of this, the R&D Analytics group is involved in e.g. the quantification of a broad spectrum of biomolecules. The team supports a network of research groups in the identification and characterization of new drug candidates (e.

g. by binding affinity evaluation) in the fields of hematology and immunology. Protein Biochemist as Research Associate (m / f / d) R&D Analytics What will you be doing as Research Associate?

• FVIII : C, FIXa, thrombin generation assay), ELISA and other quantitative immunoassays, SDS-PAGE, Western blot (various target proteins), isoelectric focusing
• Carrying out and evaluating development experiments as part of the establishment of new analytical measurement methods under the supervision of experienced scientists
• Independent preparation of electronic laboratory reports and maintenance of electronic data management systems
• Support in the implementation of methods on automated high-throughput platforms (TECAN robotics platform)
• Assistance with general laboratory organization, e.g. ordering materials and taking responsibility for equipment maintenance
• You will familiarize yourself with an extensive range of analytical equipment, e.g. Hands-on experience with basic analytical methods such as protein quantification (BCA, Lowry), SDS-PAGE, Western Blot and immunoassays (e.

g. Open and friendly communication skills as well as flexibility and a structured way of working are required in a dynamically developing project environment.

A permanent position in full-time (40 hrs. / week) in a constantly growing company

• A modern, "state of the art" working environment
• Flexible working hours
• Regular opportunities for further training
• 30 days vacation
• Own company restaurant with subsidies
• Free drinks such as coffee, tea and water
• Job ticket or parking space for bicycle or car
• An international team in an international corporate environment
• A collegial environment with many opportunities for activities Apply Today! Please apply via our web portal only. Dorothee Schaupp Human Resources Tel : +49 (0)6221 1852 546 www.

octapharma.com About Octapharma Headquartered in Lachen, Switzerland, Octapharma is one of the largest human protein manufacturers in the world, developing and producing human proteins from human plasma and human cell lines.

Octapharma employs nearly 12,000 people worldwide to support the treatment of patients in 118 countries with products across three therapeutic areas : Octapharma has seven R&D sites and five state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Austria, France, Germany and Sweden, and operates more than 195 plasma donation centres across Europe and the US.

Octapharma has 40 years of experience in patient care. For more information, please visit www.octapharma.