Research Associate (m/f/d) Vaccine Development

Overview

Senior Laboratory Technician / Research Associate (m/f/d) Vaccine Development

Would you like to be part of a team dedicated to developing next generation vaccines to protect people’s health? Do you enjoy working in an international environment, and collaborating with colleagues from various functions? Great! Because we are looking for a Senior Laboratory Technician or a Research Associate (m/f/d) to help with the Research and Development of new vaccines and vaccine platforms to shape Bavarian Nordic’s future vaccine products.

Boost our team

At our R&D site in Martinsried, Germany, you will have the opportunity to strengthen our research team of highly motivated and dedicated scientists and technicians. Together, we develop new and innovative vaccine platforms to induce immune responses specifically tailored to a variety of different pathogens. You will be part of a global and fully integrated vaccine company committed to improving and saving lives through innovative vaccines.

This is how you impact the people we are here to serve. Our vaccines make a real difference to people, and no matter your role we all contribute to protecting lives every day. This is how your work matters:

• Expressing and purifying proteins from bacterial and mammalian expression systems using FPLC
• Characterizing our recombinant vaccine candidates, using biophysical and biochemical assays, such as DLS, cGE and SEC-HPLC
• Help develop new vaccines by performing molecular biological, biochemical and immunological in vitro assays, e.g. characterization of recombinant vaccine candidates, Western blots, ELISA
• Planning and organizing experiments independently including accurate documentation and preparing data for reports and presentations
• Engage with scientists, technicians, trainees (university students) and adjacent departments

Qualifications

To succeed, we expect the following qualifications:

• Medical or Biological laboratory assistant/technician (MTA, BTA) or equivalent (e.g. CTA, PTA) or a university degree in life sciences (for Research Associate)
• Experience in biochemical techniques and molecular biology methods
• Experience with protein purification and characterization, experience with HPLC systems would be advantageous
• Previous experience with bacterial expression systems, other expression systems would be advantageous
• Good documentation and communication skills in German and English
• Knowledge in standard computer programs (MS Office)
• Ability and motivation to work independent, effective and flexible as part of a team

Who are you?

We are looking for a colleague who thrives both independently and collaboratively, showcasing flexibility and adaptability in their approach. Strong cooperation skills are very important in our dynamic environment. Your ability to communicate effectively and contribute positively to our team spirit will strengthen our shared commitment and enrich the collaborative and supportive atmosphere within our team. If you're ready to embrace challenges, contribute to innovative scientific projects, and grow professionally, you might be the perfect fit for our team.

About Bavarian Nordic

We are a fully integrated vaccine company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vaccines, and our vision is to become one of the largest pure-play vaccine companies in the world. At Bavarian Nordic, you will be part of a global team of +1600 dedicated colleagues worldwide, all passionate about making a difference. We offer an inclusive and flexible workplace with a strong focus on personal and professional development and we welcome people who share our passion for saving lives. If you are open-minded and have the willpower to succeed, we might just be a perfect fit for you.

Could this be something for you? Ready? Set - Apply! We are interviewing on an ongoing basis and look forward to receiving your CV and cover letter as soon as possible. We cannot wait to get to know you better!

Founded in 1994, we have +30 years of experience developing life-saving vaccines. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines. Our commercial product portfolio contains market-leading vaccines against rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and Ebola. We are headquartered in Denmark and have manufacturing, research, and sales offices across Europe and North America. Our values – our Bavarian Nordic DNA – guide our actions every day. We act as persistent pioneers, embrace change, value being boosted by the team, and believe in protecting lives every day. If that is also a part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic!

Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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