Internship with possibility for Master Thesis - DOE and assay technologies (all genders)

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Your role

We are seeking a highly motivated intern or master's thesis student to join our Molecular Pharmacology Group within the Discovery Pharmacology department. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and improving Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies for the development of screening assays. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to cutting-edge research in drug discovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the lab team to understand the requirements for screening assays.
• Evaluate different technologies to optimize and implement DOE methodologies for assay development processes.
• Set up experiments and analyze and interpret experimental data to identify ways to best use the DOE processes for screening assays.
• Collaborate with lab teams to evaluate and improved DOE strategies.
• Document and present findings to the team and relevant stakeholders.

Who you are

• Currently enrolled in a relevant scientific discipline at a recognized university (for internship) or pursuing a master's degree in a related field (for master thesis)
• Student of Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Biotechnology or equivalent
• Strong interest in molecular pharmacology, drug discovery, and assay development
• Broad knowledge of biological test systems and computer skills
• Lab experience in a molecular biology lab
• Experience with statistical analysis and experimental design (DOE) would be a plus
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
• Fast learner with organizational talent and strong team player

Duration:

The internship is for a duration of 4-6 months with the possibility to extend to work on a master's thesis and will be based in Darmstadt, Germany.

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