Associate Expert, Research & Development Automation | Associate Expert R&D Automation (m/f/d)

Octapharma Biopharmaceuticals GmbH

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Oct 21, 2025
Full-time
No information

Job Summary

This stimulating and multifaceted role as an Associate Expert in R&D Automation involves supporting critical biopharmaceutical research by developing, adapting, and maintaining automated workflows. The successful candidate will operate and supervise a fleet of state-of-the-art liquid handlers, providing crucial first-line technical support and troubleshooting for these systems. A core responsibility is streamlining complex biotechnological and analytical methods, ensuring seamless data acquisition and processing by linking automated workflows with in-house data management and LIMS systems. The role requires an M. Sc. in Life Sciences or equivalent, practical experience with liquid handling platforms (ideally Tecan Freedom EVOware), and proficiency in Python programming. Joining Octapharma, a global leader in human protein manufacturing, offers a permanent position, flexible hours, and the chance to contribute to life-saving treatments in a modern, international R&D environment, requiring strong cooperative and communicative skills.

Required Skills

Education

Master of Science (M. Sc.) in Life Sciences or equivalent qualification

Experience

  • Relevant professional experience (M. Sc. level) or comparably qualified early-career professional
  • Practical experience with liquid handling platforms
  • Programming experience in Python
  • Experience with scheduling software (considered a plus)
  • Experience with data management or LIMS tools (considered a plus)

Languages

German (Intermediate)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Cooperative and communicative behavior in an interdisciplinary environment; Ability to adapt to changing requirements in a dynamic R&D department; Openness to continuous learning.