Automation Engineer*
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We aim to reduce the suffering of people with life-changing therapies by harnessing the potential of the immune system to develop novel therapies against cancer and infectious diseases. While doing so, we are guided by our three company values: united, innovative, passionate. Get in touch with us if you are looking to be a part of creating hope for a healthy future in many people's lives.
At BioNTech you will support the establishment, testing and implementation of automated laboratory methods on liquid handling platforms to GCLP requirements.
Your main responsibilities are:
- Creation, optimization and implementation of automation methods, scripts and lab devices for clinical applications in the field of next generation sequencing
- Validation of the associated computer systems and defining/testing of interfaces to software systems
- Operation, maintenance and qualification of liquid handling robots (e.g. Beckman Coulter)
- Support for the transfer of methods and equipment into the regulated environment (GCP for labs)
- Project responsibility for several projects within the area of iNeST process development (focus on Genomics), including coordination of experiments, planning and execution of method optimizations
- Documentation of all development results, preparatory documentation for method and equipment transfer, and regular reporting of results
What you have to offer.
- Scientific degree in the field of molecular biology, biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, life sciences or a comparable field
- At least five years of professional experience in handling and optimizing automated large-scale lab instruments, especially complex liquid handling platforms (preferably Beckman Coulter), as well as experience in the creation and implementation of automated pipetting methods
- Interested in method transfer from manual to automated execution; affinity for computer-based systems and programming skills preferred
- Preferably experience in NGS and performing molecular biological work (DNA/RNA extraction, cloning, gel electrophoresis, enzymatic RNA synthesis)
- Experience in GxP (GCP, GCP for labs, GMP or CLIA) environment and qualification/validation processes
- Very good knowledge of German and English
Benefits for you.
- Company Pension Scheme
- Childcare
- Jobticket
- Company Bike
- Leave Account
- Fitness Courses
- Mobile Office
- Special Vacation
... and much more.
Have we kindled your pioneering spirit?
Then apply now for our location Mainz and simply send us your application documents using our online form.
If you have any further questions, our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer them on + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (monday-friday, from 12 noon to 4 pm).
Job-ID 595 (please indicate for inquiries)
We look forward to your application!
*BioNTech does not differentiate on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, religion, color, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age and other protected statuses as given by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Most important – it’s a match!
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