Laboratory Technician (m/w/d) at Ceva Santé Animale

Laboratory Technician – Cell Culture, Analytics & Process Support for RNA, Recombinant, and Viral Vaccines (m/f/d)

Would you like to actively contribute to the development and industrialization of innovative vaccines?

Your responsibilities

• Independently perform RNA syntheses, cultivate mammalian cell lines, and generate virus- and protein-based antigens for development and production purposes using stirred tank reactors (up to 2000 L), roller bottles, cell stacks, and shaker flasks.
• Support analytical characterization of RNA products, recombinant proteins, and vaccines (e.g., HPLC, ELISA, PCR, capillary electrophoresis)
• Assist in the execution and optimization of downstream purification processes (DSP) for RNA, recombinant proteins, and viral products
• Collect and analyze production, cell culture, and QC data, prepare reports, and support process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate closely with production, QC, and R&D teams to harmonize and improve cell culture, manufacturing, and purification processes
• Support technical communication within the global project team
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of GMP-compliant documentation (e.g., batch records, SOPs, reports)
• Contribute to the preparation for internal and external audits and inspections

Your profile

• Completed degree or vocational training in biotechnology, pharmacy, molecular biology, or a related field
• Practical experience in mammalian cell culture and/or the synthesis or production of RNA- or protein-based biopharmaceutical products
• Knowledge of purification techniques (DSP) for nucleic acids or proteins (e.g., chromatography, ultrafiltration)
• Hands-on experience with analytical methods for nucleic acid and/or protein characterization (e.g., HPLC, ELISA, capillary electrophoresis, Western blot)
• Ideally, some exposure to GMP-regulated environments and working at the interface between production, QC, and development
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis and trending
• Good communication skills, teamwork, and a confident approach in interdisciplinary and international project teams
• Fluent in German and English (spoken and written)

We offer

• A responsible position in an international company with a strong focus on innovation
• The opportunity to actively contribute to and further develop analytical and cell culture processes
• Collaboration with highly qualified colleagues in a dynamic work environment
• Individual training and development opportunities (seminars, e-learning, etc.)
• Flexible working hours, flextime arrangements, and the option for home office
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits
• Support with housing, childcare, and integration through the Welcome Center Vorpommern-Greifswald the option to use JobRad and Wellpass