Biotechnology Engineer

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Your role and impact

• Examine patent applications – including technical documentation and drawings – in one of our official languages (English, French or German).
• Analyse new inventions to evaluate their novelty and inventive step.
• Conduct in‑depth research across scientific and technical fields to identify the most relevant prior art.
• Apply legal and procedural frameworks to make clear, high‑quality decisions on whether a patent should be granted.
• Communicate your findings clearly and constructively with applicants and other parties.
• Collaborate with international colleagues in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Maintain high quality standards with strong attention to detail and scientific rigour.
• Contribute to Europe's innovation ecosystem by ensuring fair and consistent application of the European Patent Convention (EPC) and related legal texts.

Your profile

The technical areas that we are currently recruiting for:

• DNA analysis – amplification, detection, sequencing techniques, epigenetics and genomics, including medical applications.
• Proteins and peptide analysis – peptide/protein chemistry and physical/chemical analysis of biological materials (colorimetric, spectrometric, fluorometric techniques; immunoassays; electrochemistry).
• From genomic to proteomics and protein engineering.
• Non‑coding RNA biotechnology – RNA interference, splicing modulation, CRISPR, including medical applications.
• Viruses, viral vectors and/or gene therapy.
• Plant and animal genetic engineering and biological materials (plant and animal cells, transgenic plants and animals).
• Medicinal chemistry or biochemistry with focus on conjugates (e.g. antibody‑drug conjugates, polymer‑drug conjugates, radioconjugates).
• Immunology – antibody structure, function and engineering techniques; vaccines; complementary expertise in chemistry and/or biochemistry is appreciated.

You will thrive with us if you:

• Have a solid background and relevant expertise in the specified fields, built up during your studies, in projects, and/or as a result of professional experience.
• Enjoy deep technical analysis, reading technical drawings and solving intellectual puzzles.
• Are open to learning patent law, are eager to acquire new skills and to develop your knowledge of technologies in different fields.
• Are curious, detail‑oriented, open‑minded and an analytical thinker.
• Value both independent work and team collaboration.
• Are comfortable making structured, evidence‑based decisions.

Our minimum requirements for this post

• Diploma of completed studies at master's level covering one or more technical fields mentioned above.
• Excellent knowledge (at least C1) of one of our official languages (English, French and German) and the ability to understand the other two;
• Work experience in industry would be an advantage.
• Citizenship of one of the member states of the European Patent Organisation.

What we offer

• Competitive salary: €6 921 to €9 901 net/month (depending on location and experience).
• 30+ days of annual leave + flexible working arrangements.
• Generous remote work policy: work from anywhere in the country of employment; up to 60 days from abroad.
• Family‑friendly policies: childcare, education and relocation support.
• Pension and insurance: excellent social security coverage.
• Training and development: legal training, technical upskilling and mobility opportunities.
• Inclusive culture: 35+ nationalities, supportive networks and a strong DEI commitment.
• Facilities: on‑site gym, health services, staff clubs and more (depending on location).
• Top locations: high quality of life and a thriving international community.

What to expect next

We are recruiting for positions starting from 2026 and are already building a talent pool for upcoming roles. If selected to join our talent pool, you will receive:

• Priority access to future vacancies.
• Exclusive access to learning offers and resources to enhance your IP awareness and your readiness to become a patent examiner.
• Regular updates and insights.

Ready to apply?

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