Associate Expert Bioprocess DSP (m/f/d)

Octapharma Biopharmaceuticals GmbH a subsidiary of the Octapharma group founded in 1997 is a successful and expanding biotech company in Heidelberg. Our core business is the development of recombinant proteins produced in human cell lines for therapeutic use in humans. We strive for effective treatments with an improved tolerability and convenience for our patients.

We are seeking to recruit an Associate Expert Bioprocess DSP (m/f/d) to join the Pilot Plant Downstream Process team starting at the next possible date at our Research and GMP Production Site in Heidelberg.

What’s the best thing about working with us?

• A permanent position in full-time (40 hrs./week) in a dynamically growing company
• A modern, "state of the art" working environment
• Flexible working hours
• Regular opportunities for further training
• 30 days vacation
• Own company restaurant with subsidies
• Free drinks such as coffee, tea and water
• Job ticket or parking space for bicycle or car
• An international team in an international corporate environment
• A collegial environment with many opportunities for activities

What will you be doing as Associate Expert Bioprocess DSP?

• Responsibility for DSP process development and process transfer from laboratory to pilot scale
• Planning and execution of DSP unit operations at pilot scale in technical and clinical campaigns (cleanroom class D + C, GMP regulated environment)
• Development and implementation of new process technologies within the framework of process optimization
• Creation of process risk analyses, control strategies, process mappings, batch protocols, development plans, and reports
• Coordinate and plan equipment qualification, maintenance, and repair activities
• Handling of changes, deviations, and CAPAs (troubleshooting)
• Statistical data analysis and presentation of results in internal and external meetings
• SME during inspections (internal, regulatory inspections)

Who are you?

• Degree in an engineering or natural sciences field (Bachelor, Master, Diploma)
• Very good (technical) understanding of downstream unit operations
• Several years of professional experience in DSP process development
• Proactive, Independent, quality- and solution-oriented working style
• Strong team skills (open and constructive communication)