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Job Id JOB ID-14839 Location Hamburg, Hamburg Date posted 16 Oct 2026 Category Biology Contract type Permanent Working hours Full time

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement cellular assays for target validation (primary cell culture, cell lines, transfection, virus mediated gene transfer)
  • Use and establish plate- and image-based readouts
  • Use and establish genome editing methodologies such as CRISPR/Cas9 paired with various cargo types and delivery methods.
  • Plan, perform and analyze cellular, molecular biology and biochemical laboratory experiments (e.g. Protein, DNA and RNA isolation and analysis, immunocytochemistry and imaging)
  • Manage project demands ensuring quality and timely delivery of data
  • Record experiments independently in electronic lab notebook

Qualifications:

  • Successfully completed apprenticeship (BTA/CTA/MTA), BSc. or MSc. in the field of biological sciences/in vitro pharmacology or related subjects.
  • Work experience with cellular assays, preferably in a Pharma, Biotech, or a CRO setting
  • Substantial hands-on experience of cell culture assays (cultivation & transfection of cell lines or primary cells, immunocytochemistry etc.)
  • Experience with standard molecular and biochemical techniques (basic DNA, RNA and protein assays)
  • Experience with transfection and genome editing methods is a plus
  • Experience with handling and isolation of primary cells and possession of a FELASA B certificate is a plus
  • Well-organized, dynamic personality with high levels of drive, enthusiasm, and commitment.
  • Excellent team spirit and capability of working with a wide degree of autonomy and independence
  • Ability to work in a cross-functional team
  • Fluency in written and spoken English, German advantageous


FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

EN: In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.

IT: In compliance with fundamental ethical and professional principles and with Legislative Decree 198/2006, Evotec is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace built on mutual respect. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees based on their skills, experience, and professional qualifications. In line with our ethical and professional principles, all employment-related decisions, including recruitment and selection processes, are made fairly and without any form of discrimination. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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  • Resilient
  • Creative mindset
  • Teamplayer
  • Forward-thinking
  • Adaptable

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