Animal Technician (m/f/d)

Animal Technician (M/F/D)

- fixed term employment contract with a duration of two years -

Would you like to be part of a new division of our quality organization? Are you proficient in husbandry of laboratory animals and familiar with all aspects of in vivo studies in rodents? Does “ensuring patient safety” feel like a meaningful use of your skills? Then we are looking for you. 

Join our QC in vivo team and become an integral part of the growing Quality Control department in Martinsried/Munich! 

The local QC department consists of about 70 colleagues who, together with sister departments situated in Denmark and Switzerland, form an important part of our quality organization. Together with a team of colleagues you will operate a BSL-3** animal facility and release in vivo tested TBE and Rabies vaccine products.

Your Responsibilities Include:

• QC release testing in a BSL-3** animal facility (mice): Execute in vivo quality control studies for the release of vaccine products under GMP standard
• Perform and plan animal husbandry activities, e.g., monitoring the animal stock, cage change, feed and water supply, cleaning and hygiene activities
• Oversee and support the maintenance of the facility and technical equipment
• Support maintaining the GLP/GMP quality standard, inspections and audits 
• About you  - Your qualifications 
• Vocational training as a laboratory animal technician (Tierpfleger*in, Fachrichtung Forschung und Klinik) or similar education, e.g., veterinary assistant (Tiermedizinische*r Fachangestellte*r)
• Animal facility work experience, preferably in biotech/pharma or related industry/organization, preferably in mice 
• Diligent and reliable working style, ability to follow SOPs, preferably experience with GLP/GMP quality standards 
• Good written and spoken command of the English language; German language skills are of advantage
• Flexible and proactive working style as well as enjoying being part of a diverse and international team in a team-oriented company culture 

We Offer

A chance to work in an international company with unique technology and a dedicated work force. We offer a dynamic work environment and an opportunity to develop both your personal and academic competencies.   

A chance to be a part of an international team with a strong work ethic but also a focus on a respectful and enjoyable work environment. 

For us, it is all about improving and saving lives

Improving and saving lives through innovative vaccines is at the heart of what we do in Bavarian Nordic. We are a fully integrated vaccine company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of life-saving vaccines, and our vision is to become one of the largest pure-play vaccine companies in the world.

In Bavarian Nordic, we believe in the power of the team, and you will be part of a global team of more than +1400 dedicated employees with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, who are bound together by our commitment to protect lives every day. We believe in creating an inclusive and flexible workplace with a strong focus on personal and professional development, because we need each other to take things further.

We operate in a world in constant flux and always explore new opportunities. So, if you are open-minded and have the willpower to succeed, we might just be a perfect fit for you.

Caught Your Interest?

If you are interested in the position, we look forward to receiving your complete application in English or German via our online application system. The application should include CV, a cover letter, and copies of your academic or vocational education degree certificate. Please upload documents in PDF format only. 

Founded in 1994, we have +30 years of experience developing life-saving vaccines. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines. Our commercial product portfolio contains market-leading vaccines against rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and Ebola. We are headquartered in Denmark and have manufacturing, research, and sales offices across Europe and North America. Our values – our Bavarian Nordic DNA, as we like to call it – are what guide our actions every day. We act as persistent pioneers, embrace change, value being boosted by the team, and believe in protecting lives every day. If that is also a part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic! Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
www.bavarian-nordic.com

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