About HOOKIPA:
HOOKIPA Pharma Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOK) is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing a new class of immunotherapeutic, targeting infectious diseases and cancers based on its proprietary arenavirus platform that is designed to reprogram the body’s immune system.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a highly motivated Lab Technician with a good experience profile in process development to join our Downstream Processing team for a permanent position. The focus of our downstream process unit within the Process Development Department is the optimization of purification processes and the establishment of a biophysical characterization strategy for pipeline products. The advertised position is primarily laboratory based.
Main Responsibilities:
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Help and assist senior staff at lab related tasks such as (e.g. lab organization, material flow, ordering, decontamination, etc.)
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Execute downstream purification runs together with senior colleagues at research scale and pilot scale
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Plan and execute experiments to optimize product yield and process robustness.
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Develop and create documentation protocols and follow documentation according to GDP.
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Evaluate data and prepare them for presentations and reports
Qualifications & Skills:
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MTA, B.Sc, Dipl. Ing. (FH) or M.Sc. in relevant field (e.g. Biotechnology)
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At least one year of relevant work experience in the biotechnology industry
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Prior experience with chromatography systems (especially ÄKTA systems)
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Prior experience in filtration technologies
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Ability to work on multiple projects under time pressure
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Detail-oriented, well organized, and proactive workstyle, accurate GMP-like documentation obligatory
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Open-minded and communicative team-player
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Fluent in written and spoken English and German
What we offer:
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Strong team with dedicated and passionate employees
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State of the art infrastructure
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An excellent working atmosphere
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Opportunities for personal development
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Working in a multinational and multicultural environment
We are required by Austrian law to post a minimum salary. The minimum monthly gross salary from EUR 2.333,- (Junior Lab Technician) to EUR 2.523,- (Lab Technician) based on fulltime (40 hours per week); depending on experience and qualification salary can be negotiated. In addition, we offer a performance-related bonus payment and participation in our stock option compensation program.
Starting date: as soon as possible
Contact:
If you (m/f) are interested in this challenging position, please send your CV including a cover letter (summarizing your qualification and experiences) as well as your credentials to: talent@hookipapharma.com
For more information on HOOKIPA please visit www.hookipapharma.com