Staff Scientist (immunology)

QIMA Life Sciences is a life science department of QIMA (https://www.qima.com/life-sciences) and brings together QIMA Bioalternatives, Newtone Technologies, and Monasterium Laboratory to offer a comprehensive range of research solutions in dermatology and pharmacology.

Monasterium Laboratory is based in Münster, Germany, and is a research company specializing in pre-clinical and clinical services in dermatology for therapeutics, cosmeceutical, and nutraceutical applications, offering among other clinically relevant ex vivo and in vivo pre-clinical models and state-of-the-art techniques. Given the continuous growth of our company, we are seeking a team-orientated, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Staff Scientist full-time to join our team. For an example of our research projects please visit the website https://www.monasteriumlab.com/expertise/publications/.

The complete job opening application requires the submission of a CV, a list of publications, and 3 reference letters or the contacts of 3 referees. Job applications not including all these documents will not be considered.

In our warm and welcoming company, you will be assigned with these main tasks:

• Organize the work packages for each assigned project to meet internal and external deadlines under the supervision of a Team Leader
• Propose a new R&D project that allows the company to grow its portfolio and plan/execute activities to meet internal deadlines under the supervision of a Team Leader
• Build scientific knowledge regarding the topics relevant to each assigned project

• Establish and validate new techniques

• Critical and professional data analyses, and interpretation

• Supervise and train technicians

• Critical and professional project documentation following internal QM guidelines

• Perform statistical analysis and presentation of data with appropriate software (e.g. Excel, GraphPad Prism)

• Professionally prepare milestone reports and manuscripts

• Provide project updates to the Team Leader and/or Chief Scientific Officer

Job requirements:

• Completed training as PhD in a relevant discipline

• 2+ years post-doctoral or industry experience

• Strong hands-on experience in dermato-immunology, e.g. proven expertise in FACS, Immunohistochemistry, cytokine array or ELISA

• Publication of at least two peer-reviewed first author paper in an international life sciences journal

• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English (Company language: English)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills

• Flexibility

What we offer:

• A temporary contract with the possibility of extension and eventually unlimited contract
• Individual career plan resulting in personal growth an stable, long-term employment
• Incorporation in a young and dynamic corporate environment
• Excellent learning and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment with diverse and passionate colleagues
• A company culture that values respect, diversity, and social responsibility 
• Company bonus package
• Advanced technology in a modern workplace Flexible working hours
• Team building activities, company outings, and parties to build camaraderie