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Senior Scientist - Structural Biology (m/f/d)

WuXi Apptec UNAVAILABLE, DE Posted Sep 28, 2026
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Sep 28, 2026

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Senior Scientist - Structural Biology (m/f/d) Job Locations DE Job ID 2026-14236 Overview We are looking for an experienced structural biologist with a background in X-ray crystallography to join the growing Structural Biology group based in Munich, Germany. In close collaboration with the various departments at Crelux you will provide structural biology support for early-stage drug discovery projects covering a wide range of target classes. Your main responsibilities will include the planning of structural biology projects and crystallization experiments, X-ray crystallography data processing and structure determination of protein-ligand complexes, and the communication of results to our clients.

Responsibilities Planning and running structural biology client projects with a focus on structure-based drug design in early-stage drug discovery projects Planning of crystallization and data collection experiments as well as the determination of X-ray crystal structures (typically protein-ligand complexes) Professional written and verbal communication of scientific results in internal and external project teams Careful documentation and evaluation of scientific protocols and results The ability to plan work to meet planned timelines Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of scientific advances in structural biology Qualifications PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related subject Practical and theoretical knowledge of construct design, crystallization, and structure determination using standard software packages (in particular Global Phasing, CCP4, XDS, PyMOL and ChimeraX) running on Linux Experience in any of the following areas would be highly advantageous – cryo-electron microscopy, crystallographic fragment screening, protein design Experience with programming (Bash and Python), databases (SQL/MariaDB) and/or administration of Linux systems would be a strong advantage Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work and communicate efficiently in interdisciplinary teams Fluent spoken and written English and (ideally) German Options Apply for this job online Apply Share Email this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Need help finding the right job?

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