Key Responsibilities:

• Authoring and reviewing validation and transfer protocols for Biotech Drug Substance processes.
• Gathering pertinent data for manufacturing process parameters and analytical results.
• Conducting data mining to evaluate e.g. potential performance variations across production lines.
• Evaluating the performance trends of cleaning processes over time across different products.
• Leveraging basic statistical analysis of to assess the capability and stability of the production process.
• Cooperating closely with Transfer and Validation leads to support product launches and transfers.
• Participating actively in team discussions, contributing solutions and ideas for operational excellence.

Essential Requirements:

• Master in Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry or Pharmacy. 
• Excellent English writing skills and active knowledge of German.
• Basic understanding of mammalian biotech manufacturing processes.
• At least one year of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in a GMP environment.

This role is limited for 24 months.

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*Disclaimer: Some restrictions on flexible working options may apply and will be discussed during interview if applicable.