Junior Scientist

Tulln

On Site

Join our innovative R&D team as a Junior Scientist specializing in Cell Biology within the field of Animal Nutrition & Health, with a specific focus on Host-Microbiome Interaction. In this role, you will contribute to cutting-edge research on the structure and functionality of the animal gastrointestinal tract, employing a range of cell-based assays. Your expertise in techniques such as cell culture as well as immunoassays will be crucial, and experience with 3D and organoid-based assays is highly valued.

You will be an integral part of our efforts to explore host-microbiome interactions through sophisticated in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo studies.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

**Your key responsibilities**
- Independently perform routine and advanced cell culture techniques (2D, 3D), including primary cell isolation, maintenance, and differentiation
- Design, execute, and analyze experiments related to cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemical assays with regular quality control checks
- Stay updated on latest research on cell based technologies
- Support the whole team in regular labwork, including sample processing in animal trials.
- Effectively communicate results through oral presentations and timely written technical reports
- Communicate & collaborate with other cross-functional teams as well as external partners to support research initiatives

**We bring**
- An advanced & highly innovative scientific environment where you can share & grow your ideas
- ** State-of-the-art** in vitro & ex vivo **models** and **technologies** in the realm of host-microbiome-interaction (e.g. Organ-on-a-chip, Organoid & Cell-culture models, Flow cytometry & Cell-sorting etc.)
- Intense exchange & collaboration within a diverse, international Functional Team, which is located **at different research sites **within Europe
- Opportunity to support publications in peer-reviewed scientific **journals** & at scientific **conferences** as well as to filing **patents**:

- Attractive benefits such as optional Klimaticket for whole Austria (after 6 months of employment), supported canteen, accident insurance for work and private incidents, free drinks, etc.
- We offer you an income based on your qualifications and market conditions, with a minimum annual gross salary of €42.000 on fulltime basis.
- Type of employment: Full time for 38,5 hours / week, unlimited contract

**You bring**
- Master's or Bachelor’s degree in natural science/life science or related disciplines or equivalent education with a solid experience in cell biology (sterile work, cell cultivation,...) and ideally also immunobiology.
- Willingness to visit slaughterhouses and participate in feeding trials, ensuring to collect tissue samples necessary for your experiments.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and transport of biological samples to the lab.
- Collaborate closely with team members to integrate field-collected data with lab-based research.
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal) and a collaborative mindset for working with diverse teams
- High motivation to learn new skills & to think creatively supporting strong problem-solving abilities

**Eqal opportunities commitment**

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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**About dsm-firmenich**

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing populatio