Postdoc Mass Spectrometry and Characterisation

Boehringer Ingelheim; Biberach an der Riß; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Teilzeit

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Benefits & wellbeing package

Zusammenfassung

Boehringer Ingelheim's research site in Biberach, Germany, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Structure-Function Analytics group to drive mass spectrometry and comprehensive biotherapeutic characterization.

This two-year, 80% part-time role offers collaboration across disciplines, data-analytic integration, and opportunities to publish and contribute to predictive understanding of biologics.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in a related field and strong background in therapeutic protein analytics.
• Hands-on MS-based analytics including peptide mapping and intact proteins.
• Experience with chromatography and data evaluation software.
• Fluency in German and English, written and spoken.

Aufgaben

• Drive MS-based characterization and structure-function analyses of therapeutic proteins.
• Lead scientific projects focusing on structure-function relationships.
• Collaborate with data scientists and digital experts on AI-enabled approaches.
• Plan milestones, communicate with stakeholders, and guide decision-making.
• Prepare summaries and publications for internal and external audiences.

Kenntnisse

Mass spectrometry

Protein characterization

Biotherapeutics

Data science

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

PhD in biochemistry / protein chemistry / analytical chemistry / bioinformatics / structural biology

Tools

Chromeleon

Empower

UniFi

GeneData Biologics Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Would you like to contribute to the development of next-generation biotherapeutics?

At Boehringer Ingelheim’s research site in Biberach, Germany, you will contribute to the advanced characterization of next-generation biotherapeutics and help deepen our understanding of their structure-function relationships.
This position is ideal for a scientifically curious researcher with expertise in therapeutic protein characterization who enjoys structuring complex datasets, collaborating across disciplines, and developing projects from concept to implementation. You will work closely with experts in mass spectrometry, physicochemical analytics, structural biology, bioinformatics, data science, and CMC project teams. Together, you will establish a foundation for the predictive and data-driven development of biologics.

This position is limited for 2 years. This position is part time eligible with 80 %.

Tasks & responsibilities

• As a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Structure-Function Analytics (SFA) group, you will leverage your expertise and enthusiasm to drive mass spectrometry and protein physicochemical, chromatographical, and electrophoretic characterization, focusing on structure-function relationships. In this context, you will focus on the advanced characterization of innovative therapeutic proteins
• Leading and driving a scientific innovative project, you focus on structure-function relationships and predictive assessment/s, ensuring their effective implementation within our interdisciplinary team
• You approach scientific questions from the biopharmaceutical characterization with curiosity and an open mind, thoroughly investigating underlying causalities, identify actionable insights, and translate them into impactful contributions for your team or organization
• Collaborating with internal and external (international) stakeholders, including data scientists and digital experts, you explore application solutions, AI-enabled interpretation approaches, similarity profiling, and in silico prediction concepts
• Driving project planning, milestone tracking, stakeholder communication, and scientific decision-making, you work in close alignment with the laboratory head and cross-functional collaborators
• Preparation of high-quality scientific summaries, presentations, recommendations, and publication-ready outputs for internal and external audiences motivates and excites you

Requirements

• A university degree in biochemistry, protein chemistry, analytical chemistry, bioinformatics, structural biology, pharmaceutical sciences or a related scientific discipline, with a completed PhD
• Strong scientific background in therapeutic protein or biologics characterization, ideally including monoclonal antibodies, antibody-derived formats, recombinant proteins, or other complex biologic modalities
• Hands‑on expertise with advanced analytical technologies including mass spectrometry‑based protein analytics (peptide mapping, intact and subunit level), chromatography (SEC, IEX, RP, HIC), and related advanced analytical technologies, including corresponding relevant data evaluation software packages such as Chromeleon, Empower, and UniFi. Practical experience with the GeneData Biologics Suite (such as Expressionist, Screener, Chromatics) would be an advantage
• Comprehensive understanding of structure‑function relationships of biotherapeutics, higher‑order structure, protein stability, degradation pathways, molecular liabilities, critical quality attributes, and functional characterization of biologics
• Natural curiosity for scientific exploration, conceptual thinking, scientific rigor, and enthusiasm for building new approaches that connect experimental protein analytics with digital and predictive technologies
• Fluency in both German and English, written and spoken

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process. We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long‑term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com