Technician Protein Sciences (fmd)

Ascendis Pharma; Heidelberg; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global biopharmaceutical company in Heidelberg is seeking a highly motivated Technician to join their Protein Sciences division. The ideal candidate will have experience in protein production processes and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include characterizing protein quality and improving workflows. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

Leistungen

Structured onboarding program

Customized training opportunities

JobTicket for tram access

Complimentary lunch

Company pension plan

Qualifikationen

• At least 3 years of experience in academic biotech or industrial research settings.
• Solid knowledge and practical experience in cell culture and protein expression.
• Good communication and basic presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Support the development and optimization of protein production processes.
• Characterize protein quality (purity, yield, stability, activity).
• Continuously improve workflows and implement new technologies.

Kenntnisse

Protein purification

Molecular biology

Hands-on experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Completed training as a Biological Laboratory Technician

Tools

ÄKTA

HPLC

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Ascendis Pharma is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Technician to join our Protein Sciences division. In this role you will be responsible for producing therapeutic protein candidates for preclinical in vitro and in vivo testing. We are looking for a proactive individual with strong problem‑solving abilities and hands‑on experience in protein sciences, including expression, purification and characterization.

Beyond technical expertise we value curiosity and conceptual thinking to help drive innovation and contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimization of protein production processes (molecular cloning, expression, purification) for therapeutic candidates.
• Characterize protein quality (e.g., purity, yield, stability, activity).
• Continuously improve existing workflows and implement new technologies.
• Document all research results using electronic lab notebooks (ELN) and inventory systems in English.
• Communicate results effectively within project teams.
• Operate, monitor and maintain laboratory equipment and installations.
• Perform general lab organization and support tasks.

Your Profile

• Completed training as a Biological Laboratory Technician (BTA/PTA) or a related life‑science discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in academic biotech or industrial research settings.
• Solid knowledge and practical experience in molecular biology, cell culture and protein expression (e.g., CHO / HEK293 cells).
• Strong hands‑on experience in protein purification and analytical techniques (e.g., ÄKTA, HPLC).
• Careful and precise working style.
• Self‑organized, structured and detail‑oriented.
• Good communication and basic presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English and German.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Benefits

• Onboarding: A structured onboarding program designed to help you settle in quickly and get familiar with your role and our company culture.
• Learning & Development: Customized training opportunities with generous financial support to foster your professional growth.
• Connectivity & Mobility: Direct access to a tram station and parking spaces for both cars and bicycles. We offer a JobTicket based on the Deutschlandticket and, after your probation period, you’ll have the option to lease a JobRad (company bike).
• Food & More: Enjoy free soft drinks, fresh fruit, a wide variety of snacks and a complimentary lunch every day.
• Compensation & Benefits: An attractive salary package including a company pension plan (bAV), internet allowance and both short‑ and long‑term incentive programmes.
• Modern Work Environment: Your new workspace comes equipped with a brand‑new laptop and an iPhone.

We offer an exciting and challenging full‑time position with attractive benefits in an international company. Send your comprehensive application out now!