Scientist in Upstream Process Development

About the Company

With over 90 years of experience, a spirit of discovery, and the dedication of more than 600 employees, Nordmark Pharma GmbH stands as a leading manufacturer of biological and biotechnological active ingredients and pharmaceuticals. The company is an independent, medium-sized, family-owned enterprise strongly rooted in its location at Uetersen, Germany, offering innovation and sustainability.

Employees are given the freedom for active contributions and personal responsibility, along with attractive salary packages, flexible working hours, and comprehensive health measures to ensure a secure and healthy future.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and assess experiments in upstream processing with emphasis on microbial fermentation processes on a development scale.
• Promote ongoing enhancements of existing processes for manufacturing biopharmaceutical active substances.
• Utilize appropriate analytical techniques to characterize both processes and products.
• Lead and manage subprojects within the department.
• Proactively support laboratory organization and continuous improvement of daily lab operations.
• Drive scale-up activities and technology transfer processes, transitioning methods to pilot and production scales.
• Conduct thorough and structured literature research in both German and English independently.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams including downstream processing, analytics, and production to develop comprehensive solutions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety-related documentation.

Candidate Requirements

• Completed studies in biosciences, biochemistry, or a comparable field.
• Several years of professional experience in upstream processing within pharmaceutical or biotechnological industries.
• Preferably experienced in enzyme or pharmaceutical-relevant plasmid DNA (pDNA) production.
• Confidence and thorough process knowledge in handling bioreactor systems.
• Proven capabilities in process development, optimization, and scale-up procedures.
• Knowledge of GMP environments is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Ideally fulfills project leader requirements according to German Genetic Engineering Act (GenTSV).
• Demonstrates a structured, analytical, and independent working style.
• Excellent team spirit and strong communication skills.
• Proficient in IT skills and fluent in spoken and written German and English.

Applicants not meeting all criteria are still encouraged to apply.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Ranked 9th among the best employers in Germany's medical and pharmaceutical sectors for 2024.
• Opportunities for taking responsibility and creative freedom.
• Supportive culture with camaraderie, northern German humor, and health-conscious workplaces in a future-oriented industry.
• Competitive salary based on TV ChemieNord, inclusive of Christmas and holiday bonuses.
• 30 days annual leave with an option to take 5 additional days per the "Modern Working World" TV, plus 6 company-designated bridge days.
• Flexible work schedule based on a 38.5-hour full-time workweek.
• Above-standard contributions to retirement provision.
• Employee participation opportunities and numerous additional benefits.

Additional Information

• Reference code: RVU_062026_1
• Work location: Uetersen, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany.
• Position type: Skilled professional
• Full-time working hours.

Contact

Contact person: Ms. Schliebs, HR department

Address: Nordmark Pharma GmbH, Pinnauallee 4, 25436 Uetersen