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Deep down you feel that you need to do something that matters. Something that makes your heart race. Something that is ambitious and hard and that gives you the feeling of fulfilment once achieved. You want to be part of a team that values the skill as much as the art, the hand as much as the heart, and the past as much as the future. You want to find out if you have what it takes to become a successful glue hunter. There is no better time than now.

  • Senior Research Associate

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    We’re looking for a driven and curious Senior Research Associate to join our growing team of glue hunters! In this hands-on role, you’ll play a key part in advancing some of our most exciting research projects – designing and running wet-lab experiments that push the boundaries of innovation.

    From planning and executing experiments to mammalian cell culture, assay development, and compound screening, you’ll be at the heart of our discovery efforts. We’re searching for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

    If you’re excited by the idea of contributing to a high-growth biotech startup where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you!

    WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

    • Master’s degree in the life sciences
    • Demonstrated 2–3 years of relevant experience is required
    • Proven wet-lab experience, particularly in the handling and culturing of mammalian cell lines, RT-qPCR, cloning, and Western blotting
    • Experience in protein extraction and quantification
    • Proficiency with MS Office and a willingness to learn new software tools
    • Strong written and oral communication skills in English
    • Excellent organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
    • A positive attitude, and strong team player mentality
    • Previous experience with CRISPR-Cas9 technology and/or FACS analysis is an advantage

    WHAT YOUR MAIN TASKS WILL BE

    • Cell line handling: Thawing, freezing, culturing, and genome engineering of mammalian cell lines, along with execution of cellular assays
    • Experiment planning and execution: Designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments, with a focus on compound profiling and characterization through various cell-based assays
    • Protein work: Performing protein extraction, quantification, and Western blotting as part of molecular analysis workflows
    • Assay development: Establishing and optimizing assays, including generating standard operating procedures (SOPs)
    • Documentation: Accurately recording all work processes and experimental results in accordance with internal documentation standards
    • Lab equipment upkeep: Ensuring proper use, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory instruments

    APPLICATION DETAILS

    Please submit your application including a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae with contact details of two referees in one single PDF by clicking the apply button below.

    The minimum monthly gross salary for this position is EUR 2.633,91 based on a full-time position, which can be adjusted based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

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What we offer

At Proxygen, we harness the most advanced technologies and expertise to push the boundaries of what can be treated. Traditional drugs work by blocking a specific function of disease-causing proteins, yet more than 80% of human proteins remain out of reach for this approach, labeled as “undruggable.”

What sets Proxygen apart is our focus on a different kind of therapeutic: molecular glue degraders. These revolutionary compounds have the potential to address diseases that have long been considered beyond the reach of conventional treatments.

Born from one of Europe’s leading research institutions, our commitment to excellence drives everything we do. Though we are proudly Viennese, our diverse team hails from around the world, all united by a common goal: to redefine what is possible in the realm of drug discovery.

  • Collaborate with a young, dynamic, and highly international team that values diversity and camaraderie. Enjoy a lively workplace culture with regular company events and team-building activities.
  • Have a direct impact on the company’s success and growth. Engage in high-level decision-making and strategic initiatives across all areas of the business, empowering you to make meaningful contributions.
  • Work in a new lab and office space and benefit from a convenient location with easy access to Vienna’s public transport, plus a variety of nearby amenities, including supermarkets, food trucks, and more.
  • Our performance-based bonus system and supportive organizational structure ensure that you have the resources and opportunities to grow beyond your role.

If you have other ideas how you can contribute to glue hunting, just send us your CV and tell us what makes you a great glue hunter!

Individual application

“The Proxygen team embodies a very particular but rare spirit: they are intrinsically and authentically driven by the wish to be the best in what they do, they constantly want to improve themselves to become even better. And they are doing this incredibly well.”

Constanze Ulmer-Eilfort