Research Scientist – Proteomics Workflow Innovation (m/f/d)

• We are seeking a highly motivated
• Research Scientist – Proteomics Workflow
• Innovation

(m/f/d) with strong practical expertise in LC–MS-based proteomics and a passion for data analysis, interpretation, and generation of biological insight.

This role is ideal for a scientist who combines experimental expertise with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful conclusions and drive innovation in proteomics workflows.

The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and benchmarking next-generation proteomics and secretomics workflows across diverse biological systems, while leading the interpretation of complex datasets.

This includes establishing robust, scalable, and reproducible workflows that deliver high-quality data and enable biologically meaningful insights.

The role requires a strong data-first mindset, ensuring that workflows are optimized for downstream analysis and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and benchmark innovative LC–MS-based proteomics and secretomics workflows across diverse biological systems.
• Evaluate and implement fit‑for‑purpose methods based on performance metrics such as data quality, reproducibility, and biological relevance.
• Establish robust, scalable, and reproducible workflows for high‑quality data generation.
• Drive end‑to‑end understanding of proteomics datasets, from experiments to biological interpretation and hypothesis generation.
• Partner with computational and data science teams to ensure appropriate data processing, accessibility, and usability.
• Translate experiments into standardized and scalable workflows.
• Contribute to documentation (SOPs, reports) to ensure reproducibility and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary matrix teams and communicate scientific findings effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• MSc or Ph D in Biochemistry, Proteomics, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Hands‑on experience in LC–MS-based proteomics workflows.
• Experience working at the interface of wet‑lab and computational analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis and interpretation of proteomics datasets.
• Strong ability to connect experimental data to biological context and hypothesis generation.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Programming and data analysis skills (e. g., Python, R) and familiarity with AI/ML are desirable.
• Experience with secretomics or extracellular proteomics workflows is preferred.
• Exposure to metabolomics workflows and multi‑omics data integration is advantageous.

This is an on‑site role based in Heidelberg, Germany, which is fully integrated into GSK's Research and Development (R&D) and located on the campus of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL).

This diverse and stimulating environment offers a unique blend of backgrounds and expertise, fostering innovative and impactful research.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a cutting‑edge scientific environment with access to state‑of‑the‑art technologies.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation and scientific excellence.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Commitment to professional development and career growth.
• Salary
• Germany Salary Range / Gehaltsbandbreiten

Deutschland: EUR 55,050 to EUR 91,750.

The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location.

These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role.

In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role.

More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process.

This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown.

Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role.

If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role.

Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria.

Der jährliche Brutto‑Grundgehaltsrahmen für Neueinstellungen in dieser Position ist oben für jeden relevanten Standort ausgewiesen.

Diese Gehaltsspannen berücksichtigen eine Reihe von Faktoren, basierend auf den Fähigkeiten, der Berufserfahrung, der Ausbildung und Qualifikation der Kandidat*innen sowie der marktüblichen Vergütung für diese Rolle.

Zusätzlich kann diese Position u. a. einen jährlichen Bonus, Urlaubsgeld, eine betriebliche Altersvorsorge sowie die Berechtigung zur Teilnahme an unserem aktienbasierten Long‑Term Incentive‑Programm beinhalten; dies ist abhängig von der Rolle.

Detailliertere Informationen zum gesamten Vergütungspaket werden während des Rekrutierungsprozesses bereitgestellt.

Wenn eine Position an mehreren Standorten bzw. in mehreren Ländern ausgeübt werden kann, werden die entsprechenden Gehaltsspannen für diese Länder/Standorte angezeigt.

Zusätzlich können weitere Gehaltsspannen eingeblendet werden, wenn für bestimmte Märkte gesetzliche Vorgaben zur Entgelttransparenz gelten und diese Standorte als mögliche Einsatzorte für die Rolle in Betracht kommen.

Wenn für einen bestimmten Standort oder ein bestimmtes Land in der Stellenausschreibung keine Gehaltsspannen angegeben sind, wird die entsprechende Vergütung im Rahmen des Rekrutierungsprozesses individuell besprochen.

Bitte beachten Sie, dass die Gehälter je nach Land auf Grundlage der Fähigkeiten, Berufserfahrung, der Ausbildung und der Qualifikation der Kandidat*innen sowie der marktüblichen Vergütung für diese Rolle variieren.

Angebote erfolgen in der Regel innerhalb der veröffentlichten Spanne unter Berücksichtigung der oben genannten Kriterien, wobei das obere Ende der Spanne im Allgemeinen sehr erfahrenen Kandidat*innen oder anderen außergewöhnlichen Konstellationen vorbehalten ist.

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