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Senior Scientist / Team Lead Organoid Biology

About the position

You will play a crucial role in building and advancing organoid biology capabilities toward real-world impact. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders is essential and should be complemented by a strong hands-on and team development mentality in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

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What you'll need to apply

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Contact name

Ulrike Boehm

Contact email

[email protected]

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Qualifications

  • Excellent English and Mandarin (Chinese); German is a plus.
  • PhD and postdoc (or equivalent industry experience) in Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Stem Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine, Ophthalmology, Bioengineering, or a related discipline;
  • Proven expertise in organoid biology, iPSC- and/or primary-cell-derived systems, and advanced 3D cell culture.
  • Demonstrated experience developing, optimizing, troubleshooting, and documenting organoid protocols.
  • Strong background in molecular and cellular characterization, imaging and microscopy, and functional assay development.
  • Established track record in scientific leadership, researcher mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Experience in early-stage or innovation-driven environments is a plus.