Scientist – Molecular Biologist, Immunologist, Bacteriologist

 

Austrianni is a Vienna-based start-up biotechnology company developing biological therapeutics for human infectious diseases. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a highly-motivated scientist to play a major role in our antibody-focused programs. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to oversee projects from discovery through pre-clinical development.

 

Tasks and responsibilities

 

• Hands-on development and use of a broad range of assays to identify specific antibodies, including various phenotypic and immunological assays (in vitro and in vivo models).
• Mammalian cell culture including work with hybridomas and the growth of human and murine primary cells.
• Antibody reformatting and small-scale purification.
• High degree of flexibility and interactivity to support colleagues involved in this or in other projects.
• Oversight and direct management of components of the project performed by contract research organizations, and/or other external collaborators.
• Analysis and documentation of results.
• Presentation and discussion of results in program meetings and in various external settings.

 

Requirements and desired qualifications

 

• PhD with research specialization in biological sciences.
• At least 3-4 years of post-doctoral experience.
• Strong molecular biology background.
• Experience in the field of immunology and specifically antibody-based effector functions/ antibody engineering would be an asset.
• Experience with intracellular bacteria, preferably Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and/or other infection models would be desirable.
• Curiosity to develop new assays and to learn about drug development.
• Written and oral communication skills in English.

 

Austrianni offers you the opportunity to develop your career in an exciting scientific environment promoted by a motivated team and a spirit of community. With passion and a deep sense of responsibility, we work together on revolutionizing the treatment of tuberculosis.

 

Please submit a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae, including the contact details of at least two referees, to office@austrianni.com.

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TECHNICIAN

 

Technical Assistant (full time)

Austrianni is a Vienna-based biotechnology company developing biological therapeutics for human infectious diseases. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a highly motivated technical assistant (full time) to play a major supporting role in an antibody-focused program.

 

Tasks and responsibilities

• Use of a broad range of assays to identify specific antibodies: including various phenotypic and immunological assays with focus on bacterial models
• Mammalian cell culture including work with hybridomas and isolation and growth of human and murine primary cells
• Generation of expression vectors for antibody production
• Small/medium scale mammalian cell culture for protein expression
• Antibody purification
• Lab management including ordering and preparing of reagents and consumables
• Data management and analysis
• Presentation of data in internal company meetings

Requirements and desired qualifications

• Degree in either biology or chemistry (BTA, MTA, CTA, bachelor, master)
• Experience with cell culture and molecular biology
• Experience with immunology, flow cytometry and in vivo work would be an asset
• High level of flexibility and curiosity to learn and establish assays and techniques
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in an international team
• Written and oral communication skills in English
• Basic computer skills

Applicants should submit a detailed letter of motivation and curriculum vitae, including the contact details of two referees to office@austrianni.com.