Become part of a vital chain and contribute to our common goal of making people’s lives better. Octapharma is one of the largest human protein manufacturers in the world, developing and producing medicines sourced from human plasma and human cell lines. We are a privately-owned company, where the warmth of family meets the scale of a global organisation.

With over 1600 employees, the Octapharma site in Vienna is the largest production site, and successful research and development location.

Your main tasks and responsibilites:

• Act as scientific Subject Matter Expert within the life-cycle management of blood plasma products
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Productions Sites, Manufacturing Science & Technology, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Business Units and other R&D areas
• Lead and scientifically guide continuous process optimizations, process transfers, root cause analyses of investigations, change requests, submissions and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders
• Manage, coordinate, perform and continuously improve multiple complex lab operations and analytical tasks
• Critically coach others in laboratory excellence, review experimental data and ensure high-quality scientific interpretations and conclusions
• Prepare, review and present reports, presentations, and scientific insights in accordance with internal standards to both internal and external stakeholders
• Coach, mentor, and supervise Scientists, Associate Scientists, and technical staff, supporting their growth and development

Your expertise and ideal skill set:

• University degree (MSc or PhD) in biotechnology, biochemical engineering, biochemistry, biology, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical R&D, including industrial exposure in GxP regulated setting
• Expertise in downstream processing, protein characterization, and/or product and process improvement, ideally within a plasma-derived product portfolio
• Solid understanding of GxP principles, laboratory methodologies, and regulatory processes
• Experience in scientific software platforms, MS Office 365, generative AI and statistics/data analyses
• Demonstrated track record in delivering high-quality scientific results and effectively solving complex experimental and technical challenges
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with a proactive, result-driven and collaborative mindset
• Proficient in German and English (oral + written)

Your department – where you make an impact

• We, the Research & Development department, conduct preclinical and clinical research to develop new products and ensure their safe and effective use throughout their overall life-cycle. Our ultimate focus in our daily work is on increasing patient health and safety.

Thrive with us

• Company restaurant & meal subsidy
• Training & further education
• Health promotion
• Parking spaces and good public transport connections
• Company and team events

Enjoy these attractive benefits! You can find all offers here: Benefits

The minimum gross salary according to the collective agreement (chemical industry) is EUR 4.270,14 based on 38 hours per week (full-time). As we strive to offer a salary that reflects your individual profile and qualifications, there is a willingness to pay above the minimum salary

It´s in our blood

We live diversity and stand for equal opportunities as an employer! We therefore look forward to receiving your application – regardless of age, gender, origin, sexual orientation, and religion.

Do you have any questions? Then get in touch with your contact person.

Mrs. Johanna Proksch, MA

You can also reach us Monday to Friday via WhatsApp: +43 (0) 664 88578113

Über Octapharma

Octapharma mit Hauptsitz in Lachen, Schweiz, ist einer der größten Hersteller von Humanproteinen weltweit und entwickelt und produziert Humanproteine aus menschlichem Plasma und menschlichen Zelllinien.

Octapharma beschäftigt weltweit fast 12.000 Mitarbeitende, die die Behandlung von Patienten in 118 Ländern mit Produkten aus drei Therapiebereichen unterstützen: Immuntherapie, Hämatologie und Intensivmedizin.

Octapharma verfügt über sieben F&E-Standorte und fünf hochmoderne Produktionsstätten in Österreich, Frankreich, Deutschland und Schweden und betreibt mehr als 195 Plasmaspendezentren in Europa und den USA. Octapharma kann auf 40 Jahre Erfahrung in der Patientenversorgung zurückblicken.

Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter www.octapharma.com