Aushilfe (m/w/d)

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

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Our approach to R&D

To support our team, we are looking for a motivated assistant (m/f/d) in the field of Cell Biology. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in an innovative research environment and support scientists in the execution of cell culture and laboratory activities. You will contribute to ongoing research projects while developing practical skills relevant to industrial drug discovery and development.

Location: Heidelberg, Germany
Department: Cell Biology / Target Discovery
Employment Type: Part-time as a “mini-job”

Responsibilities

- Support cell culture activities under the guidance of experienced scientists
- Support preparation of cell lysates
- Prepare cell culture media, buffers, and reagents
- Maintain, monitor, and document cell lines
- Assist with routine laboratory tasks and quality control activities
- Support the organization and management of laboratory consumables and inventories
- Document experimental work and laboratory activities in accordance with internal guidelines
- Assist with general operational and organizational tasks in the cell culture laboratory

Qualifications

- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, or holds a respective degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related life science discipline
- Previous laboratory experience is advantageous
- Practical experience with aseptic techniques and cell culture is a plus
- Interest in cell biology, drug discovery, and modern life science technologies
- Thoughtful, reliable, and well-structured way of working
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Good written and spoken proficiency in German and English

What We Offer

- Hands-on experience in industrial research and drug discovery
- Opportunity to work within an international and interdisciplinary research team
- Access to modern laboratory and research infrastructure
- Flexible working hours that can be combined with academic studies
- Opportunity to acquire valuable practical laboratory experience
- Professional and personal development through close collaboration with experienced scientists

Skills
Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Data Quality, Following Instructions, Interpersonal Communication, Life Science, Listening Effectively, Molecular Biology, Proper Documentation, Scientific Research

This is a temporary training opportunity focused on professional development. Any reimbursement, allowance, or other financial support will be provided in accordance with applicable local laws, regulations, and GSK policies. More detailed information on compensation will be provided during the recruitment process.Es handelt sich um eine befristete Entwicklungsmaßnahme mit Fokus auf fachliche Weiterentwicklung. Etwaige Erstattungen, Zulagen oder sonstige finanzielle Unterstützungsleistungen erfolgen gemäß den geltenden lokalen Gesetzen, Vorschriften und GSK-Richtlinien. Detailliertere Informationen zur Vergütung werden während des Einstellungsprozesses bereitgestellt.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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