ViVerita Discovery is hiring an in vivo Scientist!

In vivo model Scientist (PhD)

ViVerita Therapeutics is a next generation precision oncology company. Built on an industry-leading in vivo discovery platform, the company is uniquely positioned to unveil novel physiologically relevant targets. Our aim is to deliver the next generation of precision therapies for the treatment of cancer. ViVerita Discovery, a wholly owned subsidiary of ViVerita Therapeutics, is based in Vienna, Austria at the Vienna Biocenter campus (VBC).

We are seeking a highly motivated cancer biologist who has extensive experience with murine in vivo models and mouse surgery. The successful candidate will lead the planning, executing, and refining complex mouse studies with a strong focus on surgical procedures and advanced cancer models. In addition, the candidate will drive our in vitro and molecular biology target discovery pipeline. Bridging in vitro and in vivo approaches, this position offers an opportunity to advance cutting-edge biomedical research in an industry setting at the heart of VBC campus, an international hub for biomedical research. The successful candidate will strengthen our team grounded in mutual respect, collaborative atmosphere, and scientific rigor. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working hours, an international working environment, and opportunities for career advancement as the company continues to grow.

Your responsibilities

Design, supervise, and implement cancer studies in mice including colony management, health monitoring, and data acquisition. This includes processing applications for mouse experimental projects and maintenance of all required documentation.
Perform and continuously improve advanced mouse surgical procedures as a central focus of the position.
Identify and validate novel precision oncology using genetic and pharmacological approaches.
Plan and perform complementary in vitro experiments.
Design and perform experiments for in-depth understanding of target mechanism-of-action and biomarker identification.
Analyze, summarize, and evaluate data packages and present findings to project teams, collaborators, and leadership.
Manage projects at CROs and mentor junior group members, particular on best practices in mouse handling and surgery.
Keep up with the latest advancement in precision oncology research and preclinical models and contribute ideas to new discovery programs.

Your qualifications

PhD in cancer biology, cell and molecular biology, genetics or closely related fields.
Post-graduate work in oncology research and/or experience in industry is preferred.
Extensive hands-on expertise in mouse models including FELASA-accredited training (or equivalent) is mandatory.
Demonstrated proficiency in mouse handling, anesthesia, analgesia, and perioperative care, with a clear motivation to specialize in surgical techniques and sophisticated in vivo cancer models.
Knowledge of genetic perturbation techniques (e.g. CRISPR and RNAi) is mandatory. Experience with pooled genetic screening is advantageous.
Solid background in molecular and cellular biology techniques such as DNA- and RNA-manipulation.
Strong background in mammalian cell culture in BSL1 and BSL2 level including sterile techniques, independent maintenance, transfection, transduction, and selection of cancer cell lines including analytical methods, such as flow cytometry, are mandatory.
Experience with primary cell lines, organoid culture, and in vivo models is preferred.
Excellent English proficiency and good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to provide and receive timely and open feedback.
Ability to analyze and present data to diverse audiences such as project teams and leadership.
Strongly self-motivated and passionate about work, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task.
An excellent team player and highly collaborative personality, with an interest also to supervise junior team members.

Interested? Please contact ViVerita Discovery until February 15th 2026 at discovery@viveritatx.com providing a cover letter, CV, references, and required documentation. Please highlight your specific qualifications for the job description. We are looking forward to meeting you!