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Associate (m/f/d) // IPDE

München, Germany

To enhance our BiTE Biology Team, we are seeking a qualified, professional, personable, and reliable


Associate (m/f/d) // IPDE


Your primary responsibility in the Integrated Protein Discovery & Engineering department involves conducting laboratory-based work to validate innovative ideas that enhance our bispecific antibody technology in response to clinical observations. This role encompasses a wide range of activities, from tumor biology to protein engineering and a diverse range of cell-biological, molecular-biological, and protein-chemical methodologies within a small, innovative team in our IPDE department.


Primary tasks and responsibilities include:
This role encompasses a diverse range of cell-biological, molecular-biological, and protein-chemical methodologies within a small, innovative team in our IPDE department. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing proof of concepts for innovative ideas to advance our bispecific antibody technology by:
  • Designing and engineering bispecific proteins at the molecular level
  • Culturing and transfecting cell lines and isolating primary cells
  • Expressing, purifying, and characterizing BiTE antibody proteins in vitro
  • Leveraging display techniques and in silico design to enhance throughput
  • Independently planning and executing experiments, including result evaluation
  • Presenting results in internal meetings

Requirements and basic qualifications:

  • Technical assistant (BTA, CTA, MTA, PTA) or Bachelor in a relevant field (Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology)
  • Proficient in cell culture methods, molecular biology, and immunochemical detection techniques
  • Experience in protein expression, purification, and characterization
  • Interest in bispecific proteins and immuno-oncology
  • Basic knowledge in immunobiology and antibody engineering is preferred
  • Creativity and perseverance in solving scientific problems
  • Ability to work independently on projects
  • Team player with strong organizational skills and high motivation
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Fluency in both written and spoken English and German

What we offer:

  • Flexible working hours
  • 38-hour work week
  • 30 days of vacation
  • Additional vacation for various occasions (weddings, relocations, etc.)
  • EGYM Wellpass
  • Busuu language learning app
  • Company pension plan
  • Childcare allowance
  • Employee recognition program
  • Employee assistance program

We look forward to receiving your online application.

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