Sr. Research Scientist, Germany

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Position Overview

The Sr. Research Scientist leads advanced scientific projects in the field of LC‑Mass Spectrometry‑based Proteomics. This role independently designs, executes, and interprets complex experiments, integrating findings to advance scientific understanding and guide the development of new methods, technologies, or products. Working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, the Sr. Research Scientist serves as a technical expert and innovator, driving research excellence from concept to practical application.

Essential Duties

• Leads the planning and execution of complex LC‑MS‑based proteomics experiments or projects, developing innovative approaches and providing technical/scientific leadership for product or research initiatives.
• Serves as technical lead and subject matter expert, mentoring junior scientists and guiding project teams.
• Analyzes complex experimental Proteomics (LC‑MS) data, interprets results, identifies project risks, and offers actionable recommendations for ongoing and future work.
• Drives process innovation, method development and implementation of new LC‑MS technologies; authors detailed technical reports and scientific communications.
• Maintains cutting‑edge knowledge in the field of Proteomics / Biomarker‑discovery, influencing project direction and contributing to strategic research objectives.
• Ensures rigorous compliance with all regulatory, legal, and internal quality requirements.
• Upholds company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Supports and complies with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Demonstrates an inclusion mindset and models these behaviors for the organization.
• Travels up to 10% of working time away from the work location, including overnight, weekend, or international travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in a field relevant to LC‑MS‑based Proteomics.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in biotech, life science, diagnostic or pharmaceutical industry (or academia post‑PhD) in the field of Proteomics.
• 2+ years of experience in IVD (medical devices), designing and executing complex experiments, performing quantitative data analysis, and interpreting results to guide next‑phase studies.
• Demonstrated success leading projects or technical innovation in a biotech, pharma, or other scientific environment.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country where work will be performed on a full- or part‑time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

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