CTA (m/f/d) - Chemical Technical Assistant / Pharmaceutical Technical Assistant | CTA (m/w/d)

Ascendis Pharma GmbH

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published May 21, 2026
Full-time
No information

Job Summary

This role is for a dedicated individual passionate about hands-on laboratory work to develop formulations for innovative therapeutic product candidates. You will contribute to the development of Drug Products from early stages to clinical application, focusing on experimental lab work, planning, and evaluating formulation studies. Key responsibilities include preparing and characterizing liquid and lyophilized formulations, conducting stability studies, and collaborating with analytical experts and project teams. The ideal candidate will have a relevant technical education or degree, a strong interest in interdisciplinary research, and experience in pharmaceutical development. This position offers a unique opportunity to improve patient lives within a modern lab environment with state-of-the-art equipment and a supportive team.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as CTA/PTA, or degree (BSc/MSc) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or comparable.

Experience

  • Professional experience in a pharmaceutical-technical environment
  • Practical experience in conducting stability studies and formulation screenings
  • Experience in instrumental analytics (e.g., HPLC-MS, SEC, IEX, DLS, KF)
  • Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DoE) and statistical experimental planning
  • Experience in the development of lyophilized formulations
  • Hands-on experience in organic synthesis and preparative purification methods

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified