Senior Scientist / Project Lead Enzyme Technology & Molecular Biology (m/f/d)

BRAIN Biotech AG
Zwingenberg
Presence / Mobile

Work experience
Research, development, teaching
Fulltime
Unlimited

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BRAIN leaves the trodden paths – join us!

Are you interested in peering into the engine room of nature and exploring the fascinating world of enzymes? Do you have a PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology or a related field with a focus on enzyme technology? Are you seeking a new challenge in a vigorous and exciting industrial research environment, which is characterized by an open culture and team spirit? Then we look forward to receiving your application to join our Enzyme Technology Unit and help shape the next generation of industrial enzymes.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Scientist / Project Lead who combines scientific excellence with the drive to create industrial impact and who believes that the best innovations are achieved by empowered teams. If you are passionate about mentoring colleagues, leading interdisciplinary projects and enabling others to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Mission

Lead interdisciplinary R&D projects in molecular biology and enzyme development from concept to implementation
Design and execute innovative strategies for enzyme discovery, engineering and optimization
Apply molecular biology, bioinformatics and AI-assisted approaches to develop next-generation enzyme solutions
Perform and interpret biochemical characterization of enzymes, including activity, kinetics and stability analyses
Develop recombinant expression systems and optimize enzyme production in microbial hosts
Identify and establish new technologies to strengthen our R&D capabilities
Present scientific results to internal and external stakeholderMentor junior scientists and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Your Profile

PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related discipline
Several years of subsequent, relevant experience in industrial or applied academic research
Proven expertise in molecular biology, enzyme discovery and protein engineering
Strong experience in protein biochemistry and enzyme characterization
Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex scientific projects
Expertise in sequence- and structure-based bioinformatics as well as experience with AI-supported enzyme engineering are a strong advantage
Experience coordinating interdisciplinary teams; previous project leadership is highly desirable
Experience with multiple microbial hosts such as E. coli, B. subtilis, K. phaffii, or A. niger is desirable
Experience in working with different classes of enzymes relevant to nutrition and/or life science are an advantage
Fluent in English and in German

We offer

A key scientific role with the opportunity to shape innovative enzyme technologies
A collaborative, interdisciplinary and international R&D environment
Freedom to contribute your own ideas and drive scientific innovation
Permanent employment with flexible working hours and hybrid working
30 days of annual leave, annual bonus, company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits
Extensive health and wellbeing programme, Job Bike leasing and continuous professional development

How to apply

Please submit your application exclusively through our online application portal. We kindly ask you to upload your CV, letter of motivation and relevant certificates and references.

If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please feel free to contact our HR team in Zwingenberg, Germany at career-er[at]brainbio.com.

We will confirm receipt of your documents, review your application and get back to you with feedback as soon as possible.

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