Job Description

JOB ID – 27167

The Position
Would you like to contribute to the development of new virus-based oncotherapies and gene therapies?
Are you excited in understanding how changes in structure of therapeutic viruses affects their efficacy, immunogenicity or DMPK using latest analytical technologies in top notch equipped laboratories?
Then you are exactly the right fit for us! Bring your passion for innovative biomedical research into a dedicated team and make a valuable contribution to the development of groundbreaking therapies.
This Position is limited for 2 years.
Note: To make it easier to find our job advertisements, we use the usual designation “Post Doc”. Of course, this advertisement is not only addressed to applicants directly after completing their doctorate, but to all qualified candidates.

Tasks & responsibilities

• In your Postdoctoral Position you will investigate how e.g. cellular stress causes changes in virus morphology and how this in turn virus properties like infectivity or stability of the virus.
• Therefore, you will establish electron microscopy-based methods for the analysis of morphological changes of viruses.
• You will investigate the molecular root cause via LC-MS-based technologies elucidating protein composition.
• In combination with other methods like cell-based assays you will assess the relevance and criticality of those changes on infectivity or immunogenicity.
• You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams and make a valuable contribution to the advancement of innovative therapeutic concepts.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in the field of Virology studying Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology or equivalent 
• Strong biological background and in analytical methods relevant for virus characterization with a focus on cryo-Electron Microscopy 
• Biophysical methods for virus characterization is a plus. Here the focus is on LC-MS and HPLC-based methods (e.g. SEC, IEX, RP, Affinity Chromatography) 
• Experience in working with viruses, ideally in the field of oncolytic viruses, cancer vaccines and/or gene therapy 
• Technical expertise in pharmaceutical development of biologicals as well as knowledge in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, filling and GMP is beneficial 
• Willingness and ability to work with GMOs classified as BSL2 and animal pathogens 
• Know how about statistical approaches like Design-of-Experiment is a plus
• Excellent skills within a cross-functional team across various interfaces, along with enthusiasm for working in a complex and rapidly evolving new environment

Ready to contact us?  
If you have any questions about the job posting or process – please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com
 
Recruitment process:
Step 1: Step 1: Online application – The job posting is presumably online until October 19th, 2025. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to October 13th, 2025 are guaranteed to be considered.
Step 2: Virtual meeting mid of October
Step 3: On-site interviews beginning of November

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Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry’s top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths – and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after – as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you’ll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com