Systems Biologist
watton hallGraz, Styria, Austria
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Watton Hall is an independent search and selection firm that specializes in recruiting life‑science professionals for the pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, and medical device sectors. The company delivers executive, permanent, and contract placements at the mid to senior level, partnering closely with HR teams, on‑site recruiters, RPOs, and line managers to source top talent. By combining deep industry expertise with a cost‑effective, high‑quality partnership model, Watton Hall provides tailored recruitment solutions—including interim staffing, relocation, and conference services—to meet the evolving needs of life‑science organizations.
Job Description
You will collaborate as a strategic partner with colleagues in Oncology and Diabetes Discovery Research, developing studies for cancer and autoimmune disease targets from discovery to clinical trials, and provide guidance to junior scientists.
Requirements
- PhD with 5 years minimum experience of research in academia/pharma
- Strong background integrating genetics, metabolomics and molecular data to understand disease mechanisms
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R; experience with statistical analysis software is preferred
- Excellent problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Supportive work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration