ABOUT US
We are dedicated to the research, design, validation, manufacture, and distribution of allergen immunotherapy products. Our commitment to innovation and scientific excellence drives the development of advanced biotechnological solutions within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.
We are looking for talented professionals who are passionate about science, continuous improvement, and collaborative work.
ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking for an R&D Technician – New Product Development to join our R&D team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the optimization and development of immunotherapy products, designing and executing experimental protocols, and performing analytical techniques focused on the improvement and development of new biotechnological products.
This role requires a highly technical profile with strong autonomy, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and proven experience working in regulated GMP environments.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Optimize fungal fermentation and culture processes, focused on yield improvement and production scale-up.
- Develop, optimize, and scale up production processes for protein isolation and processing.
- Operate, maintain, and calibrate analytical instrumentation, including pH meters, balances, centrifuges, and precision dosing systems.
- Draft and execute experimental protocols in collaboration with manufacturing and cross-functional teams.
- Analyze in-process and final samples using biochemical assays (SDS-PAGE, protein quantification assays) and immunological techniques (Western Blot, ELISA), with critical interpretation of results.
- Ensure strict compliance with GMP/GLP regulations, guaranteeing full traceability of all executed processes and continuous adherence to regulatory standards.
- Manage technical documentation, including accurate recording of raw data in laboratory notebooks/logbooks and preparation of technical reports according to internal and external regulatory guidelines.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to process optimization, scale-up, and technology transfer activities.
Requirements
Academic Background
- Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences, including Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or related fields.
- A specialized Master’s degree will be considered an asset.
- Previous relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry and/or biotechnology process development will be highly valued.
Professional Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in R&D and/or at least 2 years of experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Demonstrable experience in microbiology, preferably involving fungal systems.
- Proven experience in the development, optimization, and scale-up of biotechnological processes.
Technical Knowledge
Bioprocessing
- Experience with biomolecule isolation, purification, and formulation techniques, including:
- Chromatography
- Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF)
- Lyophilization
Biochemical & Immunological Analysis
- Hands-on experience with:
- ELISA
- SDS-PAGE
- Western Blot
- Knowledge of protein and total nitrogen quantification methods.
Scale-Up & Technology Transfer
- Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
- Participation in process scale-up and technology transfer activities will be considered an asset.
Quality & Regulatory Compliance
- Experience handling technical documentation within GMP/GLP regulated environments.
- Experience drafting SOPs in multidisciplinary and regulated settings.
Systems & Software
- Advanced computer skills.
- Experience with analytical data management software will be considered an asset.
Languages
- Advanced English level (C1).
- Basic German level (B1) will be considered an asset.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and scientifically driven professional with strong analytical capabilities and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in multidisciplinary environments, contributing to innovation projects, and continuously improving processes within a regulated biotech setting.
