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Start your career at PL BioScience
Join us in our mission to support scientists working on the world’s health matters.
You want to immerse yourself in a culture of curiosity, innovation and teamwork? You are a likeable and confident person interested in the emerging life science field? Then we should get to know each other.
Join our team!
PL BioScience is a dynamic biotech start-up based in Aachen, Germany, with a broad network of international customers and partners.
We are driven by a joint passion for science and quality. Consequently, we provide efficient cell culture media in conjunction with an exceptional customer support. Through our forward-looking products, we advance the working life of scientists from academic research to stem cell therapies.
PL BIOSCIENCE OFFERS YOU
- Flexibility – working in our modern offices and from home, flexible working hours, 30 days annual leave, an attractive salary and support for development.
- Start-up spirit & teamwork – working in interdisciplinary projects and teams is our daily business. We are a social and communicative team focusing on achieving our goals together. We welcome you to be an active part of a growing company. Our decisions are based on the team’s knowledge and competencies.
- Job security – a history of continuous growth over the past years in a future-oriented biotechnology sector.
You are interested in getting to know us better and become part of our journey?
We are looking forward to receiving your application letter (in English) including your CV or job profile via jobs@pl-bioscience.com
Current job offers:
Research Associate (m/f/d) - Bioreactor Cell Culture & Media Optimization
Location: Aachen (DE) / Maastricht (NL)
Start Date: As soon as possible
🌿 Join Us in Shaping the Future of Animal-Free Cell Culture!
PL BioScience, a spin-off of RWTH Aachen University, has been driving innovation in sustainable cell culture media since 2015. Our Human Platelet Lysates (HPL) are trusted by research labs and cell therapy developers around the world.
To accelerate our growth and push the boundaries of animal-free cell culture, we are looking for a dedicated Research Associate (m/f/d) –Bioreactor Cell Culture & Media Optimization to strengthen our R&D team. Are you passionate about biotechnology, hands-on lab work, and sustainable innovations? Then join our mission to develop the next generation of Human Platelet Lysates (HPL)!
💼 Your Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will be an essential part of our laboratory team, supporting the development, production, and testing of our innovative HPL products. Your daily tasks will include:
- Design, plan and execute laboratory experiments with focus on perfusion culture in 3D bioreactors.
- Develop and optimize 2D and 3D cultures with primary cells and cell lines.
- Formulate, test, and optimize cell culture media, with focus on HPL-based applications.
- Cultivate cells under GxP conditions to ensure compliance with guidelines for cell banking.
- Analyze, document, and prepare clear and accurate results to support strategic decisions.
- Establish and validate analytical detection methods for various relevant biological molecules.
- Support laboratory organization, including maintenance of equipment and improve workflows.
- Maintain quality assurance and follow GxP standards.
🎓 What You Bring to the Table
To be successful in this role, you should meet the following qualifications:
Must-haves
- Completed training as BTA, MTLA, Biology Lab Assistant, or a Sc. in Biotechnology (or related field) with hands-on lab experience.
- Hands-on experience with perfusion-driven bioreactor systems.
- Practical experience working with cell lines and primary cells.
- Strong understanding of media development and cell culture optimization.
- Familiarity with GxP environments and quality-driven workflows.
- Structured, detail-oriented working style with strong analytical skills.
- Ability to work both self-organized and collaboratively in a dynamic R&D environment.
- Experience with Human Platelet Lysates (HPL) is a strong advantage.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken).
- Solid experience with MS Office and familiarity with analytical software such as GraphPad.
✨ What We Offer You
At PL BioScience, we believe that our people are the driving force behind our success. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Competitive salary based on your experience and skills.
- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
- Professional development opportunities through hands-on experience and training.
- New, state-of-the-art laboratories with access to modern equipment and technologies.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team that values a proactive learning culture.
- Freedom to contribute your own ideas and actively shape the future of animal-free cell culture.
- Flat hierarchies and open communication — your voice matters, and your input is valued.
- Annual team events and team-building activities to strengthen our culture of collaboration.
- Job stability within a fast-growing company at the forefront of sustainable biotechnology.
📢 Why You Should Apply
This position is perfect for someone who wants to make an impact in the field of 3D cell culture and biotechnology. You’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative products that shape the future of sustainable, innovative research and regenerative medicine.
📩 Application Process
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We would love to hear from you!
📌 How to apply: Send us your CV, cover letter, and relevant certificates.
📌 Contact: If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to jobs@pl-bioscience.com
Apply now and become part of the PL BioScience journey!
