Research Associate – Assay Development in Target Discovery and Validation

AIRNA; Tübingen; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biotechnology company in Tübingen, Germany, is seeking a motivated Research Associate for Assay Development on a full-time, one-year fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The role involves conducting experiments with various biological samples, utilizing molecular biology techniques such as ELISA and PCR. Candidates should hold a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Biology and possess hands-on experience, along with strong communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and the chance to contribute to innovative research in RNA editing.

Leistungen

Attractive compensation

Opportunity to develop future medicines

Collaboration with a diverse team

Qualifikationen

• Completed training in Biology or related field.
• 1-2 years industrial experience preferred.
• Routine hands-on experience with cell lines and samples.

Aufgaben

• Execute experiments with standard cell lines and in vivo samples.
• Present and discuss data with team members.
• Document results precisely.

Kenntnisse

Expertise in molecular biology methods

Hands-on experience in cell line cultivation

Excellent communication skills

Highly organized

Enthusiastic and willing to learn

Ausbildung

B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Biology or related subject

Tools

ELISA

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

Jobbeschreibung

COMPANY OVERVIEW

AIRNA is a biotechnology company with a mission to be the leading RNA editing company delivering precision therapies to patients with rare and common diseases.

AIRNA is harnessing advances in genetics to develop transformative RNA-editing medicines that improve human health. Our proprietary platform is based on groundbreaking research by pioneers of the field and company co-founders Thorsten Stafforst (University of Tübingen) and Jin Billy Li (Stanford University) and enables optimal potency, safety, and delivery. AIRNA is advancing a robust pipeline of therapeutic candidates that are designed to provide functional cures for severe or chronic diseases by repairing harmful genetic variants or introducing beneficial variants promote optimal health.

AIRNA has raised $245 million in financing from a world-class syndicate of investors including Arch Venture Partners, Forbion, Venrock Healthcare Capital Partners, RTW Investments, Nextech Invest, and ND Capital. We value teamwork, resilience, excellence, human, and health, and have a diverse team at both our headquarters in Cambridge, MA and our research operations in Tübingen, Germany.

AIRNA Bio Germany GmbH is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Research Associate (f / m / d) – Assay Development in target and validation Full time – maternity cover, 1 year-fixed-term

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Execute experiments with standard cell lines, primary cells and in vivo samples
• Use molecular and cell biology methods (e.g., ELISA, nucleic acid isolation, protein assays)
• Present and discuss data to team members
• Precise documentation of results

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed training as a B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Biology or related subject, or comparable qualification; 1-2 years industrial experience is preferred
• Expertise in molecular biology methods (e.g., ELISA, DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, gel electrophoresis, fluorescence measurements, etc.)
• Routine Hands-on experience in cultivation of standard cell lines, primary cells and samples from animal models
• Experience with semi-automated systems (e.g., Integra Viaflo system, Cytena plate washer, etc.) is a plus
• Highly organized, reliable, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Team player with excellent communication skills in spoken and written English, German is a plus

OUR OFFER

• An exciting role in a promising, high-impact research field.
• The opportunity to contribute to the development of future medicines.
• Work within a fast-growing startup that values innovation and scientific excellence.
• Collaborate with a diverse, enthusiastic, and international team.
• Be part of the ONE AIRNA culture.
• Attractive compensation and additional benefits.
• The position has a 1 year-fixed-term contract as maternity cover.

LOCATION

The position is based in Tübingen, Germany.

We look forward to your application and to shaping the future of medicine together! Are you interested? Please forward your application to [e-mail].