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AdaptVac is hiring a Laboratory Technician or Biomedical Laboratory Scientist

Do you want to be part of an innovative biotech company developing the vaccines of tomorrow? AdaptVac is looking for a skilled and motivated laboratory technician or biomedical laboratory scientist with experience in molecular biology and protein production.

About the position

As a Laboratory Technician/Biomedical Laboratory Scientist at AdaptVac, you will be an integral part of our laboratory activities. Your responsibilities will range from routine laboratory procedures to active participation in research projects centered on vaccine development. At AdaptVac, we pride ourselves on a dynamic and continuously evolving work environment. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to develop new skills, demonstrate proactivity, engage in diverse projects, and collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary and international team of scientists. The team at AdaptVac works in close collaboration with the VLPVAC team at the University of Copenhagen.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Cloning, PCR, and plasmid DNA purification
  • Preparation of reagents and daily lab maintenance tasks
  • Protein expression (shake flasks, fermenters)
  • Protein purification (e.g., IMAC, SEC)
  • Quality control of expressed proteins (WB, DLS, SDS…)
  • Handling of animals (e.g. immunization, bleeding, organ harvest)
  • Immunological assays (e.g. ELISA, ELISPOT)
  • Cell work (e.g. mammalian cells, E. coli, insect cells)
  • Participation in research projects involving vaccine development in close collaboration with our scientists

Your profile

We are looking for a candidate who:

  • Holds a degree as a laboratory technician or biomedical laboratory scientist
  • Is motivated, proactive, reliable and a good team player
  • Can handle a dynamic environment and be flexible
  • Works independently, systematically, and with attention to detail
  • Is good at problem solving, time management and organization
  • Has hands-on experience with multiple methods outlined above
  • Has strong English skills, both written and spoken (English is our working language)
  • Basic skills with Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Powerpoint)

It will be an advantage if you also have experience with:

  • Production and purification of virus-like particles (VLPs)
  • Analysis of vaccine-induced immune responses
  • FELASA certificate

About AdaptVac

AdaptVac is a spin-out from the University of Copenhagen, developing next-generation vaccines based on virus-like particles (VLPs). We work on vaccines against both infectious and chronic diseases and test them in preclinical animal models. Similarly, AdaptVac has been developing the Danish COVID19 vaccine.

Our labs are located in the Maersk Tower at the University of Copenhagen, with access to state-of-the-art research facilities. AdaptVac collaborates closely with the VLPVAC research group at the Department of Immunology and Microbiology (ISIM), Centre for Translational Medicine and Parasitology (CMP).

Learn more about the group here: VLP Vaccine Team (VLPVAC) – University of Copenhagen: https://cmp.ku.dk/research/vlpvac-team/

Terms of employment

  • Location: Maersk Tower, 11th floor, Blegdamsvej 3B, 2200 Copenhagen N
  • Full-time (37 hours/week), permanent position
  • Employment and salary according to the relevant collective agreements, with the possibility of individual salary negotiation

How to apply

Please send your application (max. 2 pages) via “Apply”. Applications can be written in English or Danish and should include:

  • CV including education, technical skills, and previous employment
  • Language skills and other relevant qualifications
  • Copy of educational certificate(s)

Application deadline: 09/10/2025
Interviews are expected to be held on a running basis.

For questions about the position, please contact Adam F. Sander Bertelsen at adam.sander@adaptvac.com

AdaptVac is committed to reflecting the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. The decision for a candidate is solely made on the basis of qualifications.

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