Technician Discovery

Work for an Organization that brings innovative therapies to patients worldwide.

VectorY combines the therapeutic potential of antibodies combined with AAV based delivery to develop long-lasting therapeutic solutions for neurodegenerative diseases of high unmet medical need. Founded in August 2020, and based in the Amsterdam Science Park, VectorY is a fully integrated precision medicines company focused on the development of innovative vectorized antibody therapies for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS and Huntington’s disease. The company has established a strong foundation for future growth having raised 160m euros in 2 financing rounds including a 129m euro series A round in November 2023 supported by a strong investor syndicate.

Short description of the Discovery department

The Discovery Team operates within the Research Department, collaborating closely with both the Antibody Discovery Group and the Translational Group to underpin VectorY’s pipelines. Our responsibilities include designing and assessing innovative therapeutic candidates using a range of in vitro preclinical models, with

the goal of identifying and progressing promising agents toward clinical development.

Main responsibilities of the role:

  • Participate in different research projects involving human iPSC models to

    model neurodegenerative disorders and study in vitro efficacy of vectorized

    antibody treatments

  • Plan and execute practical lab work, performs data analysis and reporting

  • Report to scientist, including communication of daily work and results

  • Write and follow SOPs and document experimental work in an Electronic Lab

    Notebook (ELN).

  • Participate in compiling study plans and study reports

  • Partake in lab operational tasks

  • Recognize day to day problems and accepts solutions based on standard

    (and novel) procedures.

  • Present performed experimental design & results in departmental meetings.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • HLO/HBO/BSc or MSc (no PhD).

  • Minimum 2-3 years of working experience in the biomedical field.

  • Demonstrated experience with standard laboratory and molecular biology.

    techniques (e.g. PCR, western blot, cell culture, imaging).

  • You have proven experience with mammalian cell culture work and are

    proficient in sterile working techniques.

  • Experience with primary and/or iPSC-derived neurons is a huge plus.

  • Hands-on mentality and are excited to learn new laboratory techniques.

  • Organised and have a structured way of working.

  • Strong ability to collaborate with colleagues productively in a fast-paced

    environment.

  • Analytical, accurate and solution-oriented mindset.

  • Written and spoken fluency in English.

  • Living in Amsterdam or close to Amsterdam is a preference.

Your Natural Strengths and Drivers:

You are enthusiastic about science and a team player. You have an eye for detail, deliver highly precise work and work consistently in a fast-paced environment.

Working at VectorY

We offer a personal and authentic experience within a young, ambitious biotech company with an established and strong infrastructure on the path to bring innovative therapies to patients worldwide. Interested? Please apply and send your resume before March 16, 2026 to talent.acquisition@vectorytx.com for the attention of Sandra Lemmens.

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