Are you a hands-on scientist who thrives at the intersection of research excellence and laboratory leadership? Do you enjoy building something new, shaping robust scientific operations, and seeing your work translate into real-world health impact?
We are looking for a Research Scientist & Laboratory Manager to play a pivotal role in establishing and leading a new R&D preclinical laboratory in Germany, supporting innovative research programs focused on human and companion animal health.
This is a unique dual-role opportunity combining laboratory management with cutting-edge preclinical research. You will be instrumental in setting up a new lab site, embedding best-in-class biosafety and operational standards, while actively contributing to the discovery and characterization of functional ingredients through innovative preclinical models.
Being part of our site means working within a vibrant scientific ecosystem that combines industrial biotechnology expertise, innovation, and global research collaboration.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the implementation and launch of a new R&D laboratory, including transfer of equipment, protocols, and critical model systems.
- Manage day-to-day laboratory operations as part of a global Scientific Research Services group.
- Ensure maintenance, validation, and calibration of laboratory equipment and devices.
- Train laboratory personnel on equipment use, protocols, and best practices.
- Act as Biosafety Officer for a Biosafety Level 2 licensed laboratory, ensuring compliance with safety, security, and regulatory requirements.
- Utilize, internalize, and develop preclinical models to discover and characterize novel functional ingredients with positive health impacts.
- Design and execute research project plans in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Analyze, interpret, and present data using appropriate statistical and analytical tools.
- Prepare scientific publications, protocols, technical reports, and presentations.
- Provide scientific and technical expertise to support laboratory projects as needed.
- Contribute to a culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and innovative thinking.
Technical Expertise:
- C. elegans preclinical models
- Anaerobic bacterial culture
- Probiotic characterization and identification
- Traditional cell culture and microbiology
- Basic molecular biology (DNA/RNA extraction, visualization, quantification, gene expression, sequencing preparation)
- Flow cytometry
- Experience with 3D cell culture and/or organoid models is a plus.
Why join us?
- Be part of the launch and growth of a new R&D laboratory
- Combine science, leadership, and operational ownership in one impactful role
- Work within a global research network focused on advancing health through science
- Play a meaningful role in developing innovative, science-driven solutions with real-world impact
- Master’s degree in Microbiology with 5+ years of relevant industry or research experience
- Qualified to hold a Biosafety Level 2 license in Germany, including:
- Previous experience in an InfSchG §44-certified laboratory
- Eligibility to take on formal biosafety responsibility
- Experience in a laboratory management role preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and German
- Proven experience preparing professional scientific reports and publications
- Excellent experimental design, documentation, and record-keeping skills
- Systems proficiency: MS Office, GraphPad Prism, FlowJo (experience with R is a plus)
