Cell Line Development (CLD) technical skills:- Gene synthesis, vector cloning, plasmid purification, sequencing, agarose gel electrophoresis
- Plasmid design software (e.g., vector mapping and annotation tools)
- Transfection techniques and clone selection workflows; Clonality assessment (e.g. FACSAria, FACSLyric, Single cell printing (VIPS), Cellmetric)
- Expansion and cryopreservation of cell lines
- Small-scale bioreactor systems used in early screening (e.g., Ambr15, Breez)
- E.coli culture, CHO cell suspension culture
Other desirable technical skills: Cell culture expansion in shake flasks, wave bags, and benchtop bioreactors, use of single-use bioreactors at laboratory and pilot scale, Monitoring and control of critical culture parameters (e.g., pH, DO, temperature, agitation, feeding), Routine sampling for cell growth and metabolic profiling, Basic troubleshooting and maintenance of bioreactor and support systems
- Excellent communication skills (English required, German is a plus)
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Collaborative team player
- Ability to deal with changes and quickly adjust to new situations