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Future is ours to shape.
Job Description
Sandoz is a global leader in Biosimilars and Generic medicines. Our purpose is to pioneer access for patients by developing and commercializing novel, affordable approaches that address unmet medical needs. As Sandoz Global Development Organization, we are responsible for the development and delivery of biosimilar and generic medicines, impacting patients’ lives worldwide.
The role is part of Biopharma Technical Development and will be based in Slovenia. Our aspiration is to be innovative in applying science to develop cell lines, technologies and processes that will enable production of high quality biosimilars. We are looking for a Leading Scientist Upstream Process Development (d/f/m) with experience in the design and development of upstream processes for biosimilars.
Your key responsibilities:
- Design, plan and execute process development and process characterization studies using quality by design principles and advanced statistical analysis and modelling tools.
- Scale-up upstream processes using expertise, knowledge and tools to model scale-dependent bioprocess parameters in relation to bioreactor design and capabilities.
- Act as an upstream expert supporting biosimilar projects developed at our partners.
- Present scientific results internally and contribute to publications, presentations, and patents.
- Ensure good documentation practices, prepare development documentation, and lead upstream process transfers from/to internal or external partners.
- Author and/or review development reports, registration documentation and interact with regulatory authorities where appropriate.
- Act as a technical expert in audits, inspections, alliances and/or due diligence activities as needed.
What you will bring to the role:
- Master or Doctoral degree in relevant natural science such as molecular and cell biology, biochemistry or biotechnology.
- 5 years of working experience in the field of upstream process development.
- Expertise and experience in statistical tools used for process characterization studies.
- Strong understanding of bioreactor design and experience in tools for scale-up of USP processes.
- Fluency in oral and written English.
You’ll receive:
Employment at the most reputable employer in Slovenia offers Competitive salary, Annual bonus, Flexible working schedule, tailored to your needs, possibility to work from home, Pension scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, Expanded program for the promotion of health in the field of physical, mental and social well-being (Energized for Life), Unlimited learning and development opportunities.
Possible job locations: Slovenia (Ljubljana)
We offer permanent contract with 6-month of probation period. You are kindly invited to submit your application in English language, including CV, by May 15th, 2025.
Why Sandoz?
Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!
With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.
Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged!
The future is ours to shape!
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Sandoz is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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