Research assistant / Biological-technical assistant - Immuno Oncology (m/f/d)

Location: Heidelberg, Germany (On-site Focus)

Start Date: Immediate

Responsibilities

• Join our Immuno-Oncology department and support the assay team in all operational and technical laboratory tasks.
• Plan and perform cell-based assays to evaluate the potency and robustness of newly engineered therapeutic antibodies.
• Take an active, hands-on role in our lab-based research activities.
• Present your findings in regular team meetings and collaborate closely with colleagues within the group.

Requirements

• Completed training as a BTA (Biological TechnicalAssistant) or a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in conducting in vitro cell-based assays.
• Solid knowledge of cell culture techniques, flow cytometry, and ELISA-based assays.
• Ability to independently plan experiments, perform calculations, and analyze scientific data.
• Experience with immune cell isolation and effector/target co-culture systems is a strong plus.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. German skills are a plus.
• Confident use of MS Office applications. 

Working at VERAXA

Working at VERAXA Biotech is an opportunity to be part of a team that is passionate about making a positive impact on the world. With a focus on innovation and quality, we develop cutting-edge biotherapeutics that have the potential to significantly improve patient outcomes. We are always looking for ambitious and talented people to join us and transform targeted therapies. Flat hierarchies and efficient processes are core to our culture, ensuring that scientific excellence always remains our top priority.

Are you interested?

Please send your application to jobs@veraxa.com

About VERAXA Biotech

At VERAXA, we are building a premier engine for the discovery and development of next-generation antibody-based therapeutics, including bispecific ADCs, bispecific T cell engagers and other innovative formats. Powered by a suite of transformative technologies and guided by rigorous quality-by-design principles, we are rapidly advancing our pipeline of ADCs and proprietary BiTAC formats into clinical development and beyond. VERAXA was founded on scientific breakthroughs made at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, a world-renowned institution known for pioneering life science research and cutting-edge technologies. For more information, please visit www.veraxa.com