Scientist : Genetic Engineer - Recombinant plant technology

Shant Biotech is a Life Science and drug delivery company with operations in Enghien, Belgium. Our expertise lies mainly in developing and manufacturing human biologics in genetically engineered plants. In addition to the principal activity, we are is focused on developing oral delivery technologies based on company's Pathfinder ® proprietary nano-composite carrier platform.

Our vision of shaping the biosimilar landscape for a more sustainable future is our guiding star. That’s why we focus on developing a fundamentally new production platform to ensure that people with health complications, both now and in the future, have an informed choice of comfortable, safe and affordable medicines that are vital for life.

We are looking for a Genetic Engineer - Recombinant plant Technology :

Your responsibilities:

• Develop and validate analytical methods for the production of recombinant biogeneric products.
• Participate in optimizing pharmaceutical formulation and scale-up procedures.
• Conduct research on protein expression in plant cells (gene transcription, mRNA processing, translation efficiency, fusion protein technologies).
• Contribute to the setup of GMP-compliant processes and internal training.

Your profile:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in plant biology, biochemistry, chemistry, embryology or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in plant biotechnology, molecular cloning, and gene expression (PCR, RT-qPCR, CRISPR-Cas9, Elisa, WB ...)
• Fluency in French and English (min. B2) – especially written and oral comprehension.
• Curious, proactive, eager to learn, and driven by human-centered values.
• Comfortable working with both traditional and cutting-edge technologies.
• Motorized due to limited public transport.

Our offer:

• Permanent contract (CDI).
• Market conform salary.
• Meal vouchers.
• Electric car charging stations with company card.
• Opportunity to join a pioneering project in a modern biotech facility and an environment that promotes initiative, creativity, enthusiasm and stimulates your professional growth.
• Small, growing team.
• Flexible working hours.

Send your motivation letter and CV to Marie-Christine Gryson - [email protected].