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CRELUX GmbH
CRELUX, part of WuXi AppTec's Discovery Biology unit, provides high-quality solutions for drug discovery. For nearly twenty years, we’ve delivered integrated services in protein science, structural biology, biophysical and biochemical analysis, library screening, and medicinal chemistry to support small and large molecule and biopharmaceutical discovery. By leveraging WuXi AppTec’s CRDMO services, we help accelerate innovation in drug discovery.
26.08.2026
CRELUX GmbH

Senior Scientist Structural Biology

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
Required Skills

  • 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 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

We offer:

A contract (starting as soon as possible) with a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative contract research environment. Access to eGYM Wellpass membership for personalized fitnessand wellness plans.

Are you interested?

Please send your application containing a cover letter (stating your desired salary and earliest possible starting date) and a current CV to our human resources department: crelux.careers@wuxiapptec.com
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