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Scientist, Human Ex Vivo Assays M/F

Inseriert am: 12.04.2019

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2019-18  

Information about Molecular Partners AG


Founded in 2004 by a group of PhD students as a spin-off from the University of Zurich, Molecular Partners AG is a thriving and steadily growing clinical stage biotech company located in Zurich-Schlieren (Switzerland) with 125 highly qualified employees.


In order to advance modern medicine and significantly improve the management of serious diseases, we have developed and successfully established a powerful new class of potent, specific and versatile small protein therapies, called DARPin® therapeutics.


The continuous development of a broad portfolio of therapeutic product candidates in oncology and ophthalmology based on the company’s proprietary DARPin® platform allowed a successful listing of the company on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ticker: MOLN). Next to our own pipeline of drug candidates we have entered into collaborations with leading international pharmaceutical companies, including Allergan, Roche and Janssen Pharmaceuticals.


The highly dedicated, multi-disciplined team at MP is committed to developing breakthrough medicines for serious diseases.


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Position title


Scientist, Human Ex Vivo Assays M/F


Job description


As an addition to our Research team we are looking for a motivated Scientist (100%) to join our Human Ex-Vivo Assay Core Team. In this role you will work together with experienced colleagues across Research and Development in the characterization of our therapeutic DARPin® molecules.


This challenging and diverse position will include the following tasks and responsibilities:



  • Development, optimization and performance of assays using fresh-sourced human tumor tissue

  • Interaction with clinical collaborators and CROs for sourcing of human tumor tissue

  • Interaction with project teams across research and development to establish requirements and work-plans

  • Summarizing data packages and presenting them to the project team for discussion

  • Ensure state-of-the-art practices and technologies are utilized to maintain maximum effectiveness


Requirements


For this position, we are looking for a highly motivated individual bringing along:



  • 5 years of hands-on experience with cell-based assays, particularly immunological assays

  • Experience in handling and processing of fresh human tumor tissue samples

  • Experience of cytokine assays, flow cytometry and microscopy

  • 3-5 years of experience in a biopharmaceutical environment       

  • Open communication and team-orientated

  • Proactive and independent working style

  • Reliable and well-organized

  • Familiar with MS-Office programs

  • Solid knowledge in English


Our offer


Partnership and collaboration are at the core of our company, our research activities and our product candidates. Molecular Partners offers an international working environment and the opportunity to collaborate with outstanding individuals from numerous disciplines, who contribute to our shared goals of scientific excellence, respectful teamwork and personal aspiration.


We foster true innovation and creative thinking to advance our therapeutic product candidates and continue to be inspired by the difference we can make for our patients.


At Molecular Partners you will discover a challenging job, inspiring colleagues and a true purpose. If you are interested in working at Molecular Partners, we are looking forward to hearing from you! Please submit your detailed curriculum vitae until 17th May 2019 via our career portal.


We only accept online applications.


Job location


Job location


Switzerland, Zürich, Schlieren


Preferred head hunter clause


 


Please note Molecular Partners AG operates a list of preferred recruitment partners. For those partners who have no valid, signed agreement in place with Molecular Partners AG, all unsolicited resumes, CVs, anonymous profiles, or any other candidate details submitted through our website or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Molecular Partners AG (including any of its subsidiaries, affiliates or related companies) not subject to payment of any form of introduction, placement or referral fees.

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