Chemical-Technical Assistant (m/f/x)

About ChanPharm

We discover novel drugs for a wide variety of diseases, investigate the molecular binding mechanisms of novel molecules to membrane proteins, and analyse toxic effects. ChanPharm is a successful contract research organisation (CRO). Over the last years we contributed to the development of novel drugs that are currently in clinical studies. Our company works in a dynamic, international environment, has access to exciting scientific projects, and provides state-of-the-art facilities.

As a member of the Vienna BioCenter, we are partners in joint scientific projects with research groups at IMBA and global high-tech companies. We are currently expanding our platform for toxicological and drug discovery studies on stem cell-derived neuronal and cardiac cell models.

About the position

• Assist in daily laboratory organisation (e.g. preparing buffers and media, maintaining supplies, taking care of the equipment, curating databases)
• Generate and maintain a library of genetically modified cell lines (cell culture set-up, incl. cell line database and cell line storage)
• Maintain stem cell-derived cardiac and neuronal cells
• Perform standard molecular biology and biochemistry techniques
• Perform flux measurements through ion channels with automated planar patch clamp systems such as SyncroPatch and Patchliner (Nanion Technologies)
• Perform flux measurements through ion channels with a FlexStation (Molecular Devices)

The candidate must have

• Basic knowledge of molecular biology and biochemistry (acquired either via a relevant BSc/MSc degree, training as MTA, CTA or BTA, and/or via relevant experience)
• Practical experience in basic molecular biology techniques (e.g. cloning, DNA/RNA purification, PCR, transfection of mammalian cell lines, etc.)
• Experience in cell culture (including stem cell-derived cell models) would be optimal
• Command of English (English is the lab language)

We offer

• A salary based on the “Kollektivvertrag für Angestellte im Gewerbe und Handwerk und in der Dienstleistung” for a full-time position (Verwendungsgruppe III, first year) amounting to 14× € 2,528.04 gross (Brutto)
• Willingness to overpay according to qualifications and experience, in line with market salaries for chemical assistants
• Opportunities for professional development in the field of drug discovery

Application

We review applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis, filling the position once a suitable candidate is found. Please send your CV and motivation letter to office@chanpharm.com.