Design. Progress. Together.

CureVac SE is a global biopharmaceutical company researching and developing novel drugs based on the natural molecule Messenger RNA (mRNA). Our focus is on prophylactic vaccines, innovative cancer immunotherapies and protein-based therapies. Currently, all RNA people are striving to achieve our main goal: To bring multiple best-in-class mRNA drugs to market.

To strengthen our team in Tübingen near Stuttgart, we are currently looking to recruit a

Senior Scientist (m/f/d) Delivery & Formulation for mRNA Therapeutics & Vaccines

The position will involve working as part of an interdisciplinary team with the aim of developing the therapeutic potential of RNA. Within this remit, you will focus on addressing formulation issues related to this class of medicines.

Your Responsibilities:

Planning and supporting projects to develop RNA delivery technology
Development and characterization of novel lipid-based mRNA formulations
Drafting of scientific issues and matters relating to patent law in preclinical, cellular and animal-experimental systems
Preparing presentations and reports and presenting results to appropriate target groups
Supervision of junior scientists and technicians
Supervision of scientific activities performed by external parties and CROs

Your Qualifications:

Doctorate in natural sciences with a sound knowledge of the specialist aspects and methods involved in biochemistry, organic chemistry or pharmaceutical sciences
Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of lipid-based and polymer-based delivery systems
Several years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment in a formulation and delivery role
Deep knowledge of RNA modalities formulation
Experienced in conducting in vitro and in vivo assays as well as data interpretation
Experience in nanoparticle characterization techniques (DLS, zeta potential, chromatography) and knowledge of structural biology and protein and nucleic acid characterization tools/techniques (gel electrophoresis, etc.) are mandatory
Interdisciplinary thinking and a willingness to embrace new subject areas
High level of self-motivation with the ability to work independently and in a structured manner
Troubleshooter and out-of-the-box thinker with capability to work with challenging timelines in a fast-paced and changing biotech environment
Good team player with excellent communication skills
Fluent in written and spoken English

We offer you a challenging and varied opportunity with an innovative and dynamic company that is expanding.
With much passion and sense of responsibility, we work together on the medical revolution. We pride ourselves on maintaining an honest and trusting relationship with each other which is characterized by openness to new ideas and continuous progress. Mutual respect, reliability and personal initiative are self-evident for us.

Design your future with us - become part of the RNA people!

We look forward to receiving your application via the apply button.

CureVac SE
Human Resources
Alba Ardito

Friedrich-Miescher-Straße 15
72076 Tübingen
www.curevac.com

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Full-Time , Permanent

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Updated at 03/14/2025

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