(Jr) Scientist Biology - Transcriptomics (d/m/f)

8 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

QUANTRO Therapeutics

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology
Biological sciences » Biology
Technology » Biotechnology
Mathematics » Statistics

Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

19 Apr 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

(Jr) Scientist Biology - Transcriptomics (d/m/f)
QUANTRO Therapeutics
Vienna, Austria

QUANTRO Therapeutics is a visionary and dynamic Vienna-based start-up company that strives to establish a novel class of effective therapeutics interfering with disease-causing transcriptional programs in cancer and other diseases. At our R&D labs and company headquarter at the Vienna BioCenter Campus we currently have an opening for a (Jr) Scientist BIOLOGY – Transcriptomics (D/M/F).

The position can be filled immediately and comprises of the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Act as a key player in the ongoing development, validation, and troubleshooting of transcriptomics-based assays, both for HTS and hits validation/characterization;
• Oversee the operations of different NGS sequencing workflows, from sample preparation, library construction, data generation, data processing, to interpretation of results, ensuring a high level of quality and reliability of the results generated;
• Draft experimental plans, validate reports, work instructions, technology transfer documents, study summaries and SOPs;
• Keep abreast of new scientific/technological developments by attending scientific meetings/seminars and through regular scientific review;
• Present scientific results and developed technologies at internal and external meetings.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications and experiences:

• Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry or related subjects in the biological sciences;
• Thorough knowledge and practical experience of various molecular biology technologies, including but not limited to DNA cloning, RNA and DNA isolation, PCR, quantitative real-time PCR, NGS-based techniques;
• Thorough knowledge and practical experience of cell culture techniques;
• Excellent data analysis skills: ability to analyse large data sets in statistical packages such as Prism and/or Excel;
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate complex ideas to both technical and nontechnical audiences;
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete projects delivering results by meeting project deadlines;
• Comfortable in an agile working environment, working independently, and being flexible to address the changing demands of a startup company.

The following capabilities are a way to stand-out and will be an advantage:

• Experience with HTS and lab automation;
• Knowledge of NGS software platforms, bioinformatics pipelines, and NGS data processing and interpretation solutions;
• Experience with cellular and molecular models used in cancer biology.

QUANTRO Therapeutics offers cutting edge R&D in the areas of applied molecular biology, functional-genetics and transcriptomics. We are a diverse and dynamic team working with an international background and in collaboration with outstanding and globally recognized scientific experts to transform therapeutic approaches in oncology and other diseases.

QUANTRO offers a competitive salary, personal development opportunities and flexible working time arrangements.

If your profile matches our requirements and you are interested to work in an inspiring and visionary start-up environment, we are excited to receive your application and are looking forward to making your acquaintance.

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Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

QUANTRO Therapeutics

Country

Austria

City

Vienna

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.eurosciencejobs.com/job_display/254086/Jr_Scientist_Biology_Transcr…

Contact

City

Vienna

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED