Lab Scientist (m/f/d) Biotherapeutics Discovery Research

The position

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join our Biotherapeutics Discovery team in Vienna and contribute to the discovery and optimization of next-generation antibodies and multispecific biologics for oncology and immunotherapy. In this laboratory-based role, you will combine hands-on expertise in protein engineering and molecular biology with computational and data-driven approaches to design, generate, and characterize innovative biologic drug candidates. You will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment alongside experts in antibody discovery, protein engineering, pharmacology, and data science.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and optimize antibodies, multispecific biologics, and other protein therapeutics, assessing molecule performance, developability risks, and engineering opportunities.


• Perform plasmid design, cloning, sequence analysis, and construct verification to support biologics discovery.


• Generate and characterize recombinant antibodies and proteins using established expression and analytical workflows.


• Apply computational, AI/ML, digital, and data visualization tools to support scientific decision-making and advance discovery projects.


• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams, clearly communicate scientific findings, and contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Protein Engineering, or a related field.


• 2+ years of relevant academic or industry research experience, ideally in therapeutic antibodies or multispecific biologics.


• Hands-on experience with cloning, plasmid design, sequence analysis, and recombinant protein expression and characterization.


• Strong knowledge of antibody/protein engineering; familiarity with AI/ML, computational tools, or protein modeling is an advantage.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills; experience with multispecific antibodies, automation, or high-throughput screening is a plus.

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 remuneration for this position starts at EUR 53.900 gross annual target salary per year (full time). The actual salary package depends on professional experience and qualifications. We will be happy to discuss further details in person.

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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