Are you passionate about equipping scientists with technology, so they can focus on science?

This is a great opportunity to explore the world of biotech and discover how technology empowers scientists to develop treatments for patients with unmet medical needs.

Join the Lab Technology Solutions team in Heidelberg as our new Student Assistant.

Ascendis Pharma is a fast-growing biopharmaceutical company with locations in Germany, Denmark, the United States, UK, Italy, Spain, and France.

We are applying our TransCon technology to build a leading, fully integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

Guided by our core values of patients, science, and passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs. Today, we have a growing pipeline of prodrug therapies in development, each designed to be a best-in-class therapy.

We are seeking a Student Assistant to join our Lab Technology Solutions (LITS) team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and administrating software licenses and related agreements to ensure smooth operations and cost transparency.

Our Lab Technology Solutions team helps the R&D organization by providing and managing the digital tools and systems that make scientific research more efficient and impactful.

The team consists of 4 dedicated colleagues known for their scientific understanding and utilizing the latest trends in technology to enable business strategy.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with cross-functional, global teams working together to achieve extraordinary results.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Oversee software and tool license management across the organization
• Ensure timely renewals and compliance with licensing agreements
• Monitor and optimize license-related costs
• Maintain an organized repository of contracts and agreements
• Collaborate with the team to support ongoing projects and initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

We expect you to pursue a relevant academic degree - ideally at the end of your Bachelor’s or the beginning of your Master’s - and preferably with some experience from a similar student position.

Furthermore, you have:

• A rational and structured approach to completing tasks
• Proven ability to deliver and finalize assignments
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical details clearly in English

Key competencies:

You are a strong team player, analytical, and have a can-do attitude.

You possess an entrepreneurial mindset and can thrive in an informal, open environment where innovation and change are key.

To succeed in this role, we also expect you to be independent, service-minded and a quick learner.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Friendly team, open communication culture, good working atmosphere
• Fair remuneration, modern work equipment

Apply now!

We evaluate applications when received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

All applications must be submitted in English and are treated confidentially.

To ensure your application is reviewed, please submit it through the specified platform - applications sent by email or other channels will not be evaluated.