Biologist (m/w/d)

TRON -Translationale Onkologie an der Universitätsmedizin der JGU Mainz gemeinnützige G...; Laubenheim; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job ticket incl. employer allowance

Bike leasing (Businessbike)

Wellbeing benefit

Hybrid working

Job summary

TRON - Translationale Onkologie an der Universitätsmedizin der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz gemeinnützige GmbH seeks support in its Glyco-Immuno Analytics unit. The role includes planning research projects, designing experiments, and developing serological assays (ELISA, Luminex) with lab work as needed.

Responsibilities cover data analysis, reporting for publications, SOP documentation, coordinating lab staff, and presenting at meetings and conferences, with English fluency essential

Qualifications

• PhD in Glycobiology or related field and first relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of immunological and serological assay techniques (ELISA, Luminex) desirable.
• Experience with common molecular biology and protein biochemistry methods.
• Interest or experience in mass spectrometry is a plus.
• Structured, independent, and efficient working style with teamwork and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize projects (time planning, cost and budget planning, experimental design).
• Develop, optimize and execute serological assays (ELISA, Luminex) and cell-based in vitro assays; lab work favored.
• Systematic research, data analysis and interpretation.
• Reporting and preparation of publications.
• Develop and optimize new methods and processes.
• Write SOPs and process descriptions and revise them.
• Coordinate Research Associates in the laboratory.
• Present and discuss at internal meetings and international conferences; contribute to grant proposals and publications.

Skills

Immunology knowledge

Serology techniques

Mass spectrometry interest

Structured, independent work

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Glycobiology or related field

Tools

ELISA

Luminex platforms

Molecular biology methods

Protein biochemistry methods

Job description

We are looking for support in our Glyco-Immuno Analytics unit as soon as possible. As part of the Serologics department, we work closely together with the Serodiscovery unit. We are responsible for projects within TRON and with external collaborators.

• Planning and organization of projects (time planning, cost and budget planning, experimental design)
• Development, optimization and execution of serological assays (Luminex, ELISA) and cell-based in vitro assays; a willingness to work in the lab is favored
• Systematic research, analysis, and interpretation of data
• Reporting and preparation of publications
• Development and optimization of new methods and processes
• Writing of SOPs and process descriptions as well as their revision
• Coordination of Research Associates in the laboratory
• Present and discuss at internal meetings and international scientific conferences and contribute to the preparation of grant proposals and scientific publications

• A PhD in Glycobiology or a related field and first relevant work experience
• Knowledge of immunological and serological assay techniques, particularly ELISA and Luminex-based platforms, is highly desirable.
• Experience in the use of common molecular biological and protein biochemical methods
• Interest or experience in mass spectrometry is a plus
• A structured, independent, and efficient way of working as well as a high level of commitment, flexibility, and ability to work in a team
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English (spoken and written).

Enthusiasm and curiosity for the diverse activities of our research institute as well as the ability to work in a team completes your profile.

• A dynamic, innovative and creative research environment
• An open, collegial and cordial working atmosphere in a respectful corporate culture
• A high degree of diversity in the workforce
• Flat hierarchies
• Performance-related remuneration and other benefits
• The opportunity for personalised further training TRON - Translationale Onkologie an der Universitätsmedizin der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz gemeinnützige GmbH
• Job ticket (Deutschlandticket) incl. employer allowance
• Bike leasing (Businessbike)
• Wellbeing benefit
• The opportunity for hybrid working