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Neurolentech is a biotech start-up developing a platform for de-risking and validation of drugs for neurodevelopmental & psychiatric diseases

Neurodevelopmental & psychiatric diseases are a huge unmet medical need with high burden for patients and society. Neurolentech’s vision is to become the world-leading company for patient-specific, molecularly defined cellular models in preclinical drug discovery for autism, epilepsy, and psychiatric diseases.

Our goal is to help patients with these conditions by strengthening preclinical drug de-risking and validation, so that novel treatments reach patients and their families sooner.

We are a team of experienced researchers with a great passion for translating breakthrough science into direct help for patients. Our brand-new office and lab spaces are located at XISTA science park and IST Austria in Klosterneuburg at the outskirts of Vienna/Austria in the green nature setting of the Wienerwald.

We are looking for a lab associate to join our young collaborative team who is enthusiastic about contributing to research that seeks to improve the lives of patients with autism, epilepsy, and psychiatric diseases. This role would also include general lab management.

Description

We are seeking a motivated research associate as both an independent and highly collaborative supporter for our research and lab activities. You have an applied-science mindset in order to help our efforts to develop and optimize the use of hiPSC-derived brain cells from patients with neurodevelopmental disorders for diagnostics and drug discovery.

You will be supporting the generation and preparation of hiPSC-derived brain cells for our drug discovery efforts, carry out routine lab protocols as well as lab organization.

Who You Are

· A B.Sc./M.Sc. in life science or related field (e.g., biology, neuroscience, molecular biology, biotechnology or stem cell biology)

· Extensive experience with cell culture specifically with human stem cells. Experience in drug screening is a plus.

· Experience with molecular biology methods, such as PCR, DNA/RNA extraction and quantification, gel electrophoresis is required. CRISPR is a valued addition.

· Effective oral and written communication skills with good command of English is required.

· Self-organized and a flexible team player with a hands-on approach.

· Critical mindset with the ability to identify problems and analytical thinking in order to solve them.

· Reliable with a strong organizational talent to manage project and lab operations.

· Enthusiastic about translating basic research into applicable technology to improve the lives of patients.

What we offer

· Flexible working hours

· A recently founded startup with an opportunity to grow and contribute to its development as well as participate in its successes

· A learning experience at the scientific and entrepreneurial level

· To help developing therapies for children with neurodevelopmental disorders

· A motivated and diverse team with a collegial and dynamic work atmosphere in an international setting

· Modern lab spaces at XISTA science park with top-of-the-art equipment

· A competitive salary based on your qualification and experience*

How to inquire or apply

Come and join our team. If we sparked your interest contact us with a description of yourself in form of a CV and a short letter of motivation. We are excited to hear from you.

Email: contact@neurolentech.com

For more information about us:

https://neurolentech.com/

*Minimum gross salary of € 3.146,27/month, with adjusted payment depending on education, qualification, and work experience