Laboratory Scientist (m/f/d) Biochemical Assay Development

Job ID: 27474

The position

Join our passionate team in the Biochemical Assay and Profiling Lab, part of the High Throughput Biology group in Vienna. We are dedicated to discovering innovative cancer therapies through cutting-edge biochemical profiling and automation technologies.

As a Laboratory Scientist, you will play a key role in profiling oncology research compounds using automated lab systems and pipetting robots. You’ll contribute to assay development, experiment execution, and lab automation—helping shape the future of cancer research.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Independently plan, execute, and document biochemical assay validation and profiling experiments.
• Develop, implement, validate, and perform quality control of biochemical assays.
• Operate and maintain automated lab systems and associated software.
• Support lab organization and logistics.
• Collaborate on the selection and implementation of new automation solutions with internal and external partners.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Practical experience with biochemical assays and analytical methods.
• Strong motivation, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative team spirit.
• Eagerness to learn, explore new technologies, and apply a problem-solving mindset with technical aptitude.
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken), and proficiency in MS Office and data analysis tools.

Your Benefits

• Flexible working time models: home office and flexible working hours, depending on department and position – many things are possible with us.
• Additional days off (“bridge-days”): more free time through additional days off to bridge single working days between bank holidays and the weekend – without having to use vacation days.
• Canteen & Cafeteria: whether it’s coffee and croissant for breakfast, various lunch menus or snacks in between – our subsidized staff restaurant & cafeteria has something for every taste including vegetarian and vegan options.
• Learning & development: diverse training and development opportunities for your personal and professional growth. Because: you never stop learning.
• Health promotion: health is important to us – that’s why we offer different programs to promote physical and mental health.
• Public transport ticket: we encourage our employees to use public transport on their daily way to work. Costs for public transport? We cover them!

The minimum gross annual salary for this position is € 44.063,1 per year (full-time) according to the classification in the collective bargaining agreement for the chemical industry. Depending on professional experience and qualifications, we offer an overpayment.

We are looking forward to receiving your application online!

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Do you have any additional questions about the position? Your HR Recruiting Manager for this position is Magdalena Dzieweczyńska.

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Arbeitsform / Flexibility: Hybrid
Organisationseinheit / Device: Research
Berufserfahrung / careerlevel: Entry level & Graduates

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