Laboratory Technician in Biocatalysis Team

  • Full-time

Company Description

CarboCode Germany GmbH (www.carbocode.com) is a biotech company active in technology development of carbohydrate-containing biomolecules such as oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, glycolipids and glycoproteins using both in vitro and in vivo biotechnology. We are currently looking for a highly motivated and skilled Technician to join our international Biocatalysis team in Konstanz, Germany. This position is a full-time employment. It is ideal for someone who wants to work in-house for a fast-growing innovative biotech company with an exceptionally dynamic and international team. This role reports to the Head of Biocatalysis and works closely with the Biocatalysis team of 4 colleagues.

Job Description

As a qualified Technician you are supporting the daily work of the Biocatalysis Team to achieve ambitious goals in using enzymes for production of target molecules.

Primary responsibilities are:

- Enzyme formulation for biocatalytic reactions

- Execute bioconversions from mg to kg scale

- Biochemical characterization of enzymes (e.g. activity assays, SDS-PAGE, protein       quantifications

- Support daily workflows of the Biocatalysis Team including e.g. LC analysis

- Interact with fermentation and DSP teams to ensure efficient cross-team workflows

Qualifications

- Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience as Technician preferably in   pharmaceutical/biotech industry

- Bachelor’s or similar degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemical or Biological science discipline or equivalent

- Experience in cell disruption and formulation of enzymes for application in biocatalysis

- Experience biochemical characterization of proteins

- Solid theoretical background in protein biochemistry

- Experience in LC analysis is an advantage

- Experience in glyco-sciences is an advantage

- Fluent in written and spoken English

- Independent, structured and proactive way of working

- Commitment, flexibility and reliability

- Ability to work in an international team

- Systematic approach with good problem-solving skills

Additional Information

The Location: The work will be performed at CarboCode’s site in Konstanz, Germany

What we can offer you

  • Full time employment with good contractual conditions in Konstanz, Germany 
  • Interesting, diversified and challenging position
  • A modern, dynamic, international environment where you will have the opportunity for professional and personal growth