Research Expert for Alternative Host Processing

As one of the world‘s leading technology providers to the life sciences and biopharma industries, Sartorius is actively shaping dynamic, innovative and high-growth markets. To drive the creation of new innovative solutions, Sartorius has formed a new global Corporate Research initiative. This group will discover new trends and cutting-edge opportunities for rapid conversion towards next generation technology solutions. This challenging endeavor will include dynamic innovation opportunities with research institutes and start up technology companies around the world.

What you will accomplish together with us

• Lead the research strategy into alternative hosts and identify the challenges and gaps for the selection of either microbial or fungal systems as lower cost, efficient alternatives to mammalian cell culture.
• Impact evaluation of alternative host systems on next generation research and manufacturing strategies of vaccines, recombinant proteins and cell/gene therapy
• Create and evaluate new expression systems for use with alternative hosts.
• Identify and establish collaborations with world leading academics and startup companies for cutting edge technology concepts
• Guide and provide practical support for completion of proof of concept experimental evaluations
• Evaluation and implementation of data analytics tools such as ML/DL/AI to accelerate R&D
• Drive and support potential creation of new approaches and prototype technology designs
• Responsible for the technology transfer of promising technology candidates to the Technology Development team.
• Support the technology roadmap strategy for the future advancement of alternate hosts including microbial Pichia based systems
• Drive and influence the bio industry in driving the adoption of alternate hosts

What will convince us

• PhD in Biological science such as molecular biology, microbial expression or biological engineering
• 2+ years experience of post graduate research or industrial research experience with microbial strain generation.
• Have established both a foundationally theoretical and practical competency in strain engineering of alternative hosts, that preferably includes Pichia, that is internationally recognized through publications and presentations, .
• A practical competency in strain engineering of alternative host systems
• Preferable to have experience in overcoming the R&D challenges for applying microbial (Pichia) based systems
• An understanding and drive to influence the future trends of alternate hosts
• A willingness to learn from other disciplines and industry sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to drive & influence multidisciplinary teams such as data scientists and bioprocess engineers
• Ability to prioritize tasks and balance individual technical contribution with coordination of fast paced research activities across multiple sites, organizations, and disciplines
• Requires domestic & some international travel
• Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment

What we offer

Sartorius’ ambition is to simplify progress in the bio-pharmaceutical industry to help translate scientific findings into new therapeutics faster and more efficiently. Nearly 16,000 employees at more than 60 sites are working together on achieving our goal: Better health for more people. And together, we have grown strongly over the past years. Enjoy the advantages of working with a global player:

• Opportunity for international career development:
  a global network offering seminars and training sessions, expert and manager career paths
• Open and highly collaborative culture: mutual support within teams and working as equals, team spirit and international collaboration
• Work-life balance: Working from home at many sites
• Intelligent working environment: working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment
• Ambitious goals: Sartorius plans to double its sales revenue approximately every five years

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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