Senior Scientist(SD)

Are you passionate about applying your scientific background in biology and processes to bring ideas to life, exploring and experimenting with new concepts, gaining a deep understanding of techniques, and taking responsibility for ensuring the smooth operation of the laboratory?

As we are growing, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Downstream Process Development Senior Scientist.

Boost the Team
The Process Development department in Hørsholm focuses on developing and optimizing vaccine production processes, method development, and supporting production sites. With 25 employees across three teams – Upstream, Downstream, and Product Characterization/Wave Bag Development – we handle a wide range of tasks and often shift priorities.

You will join the Downstream Development team, which includes a Senior Manager, 2 Scientists, and 4 Technicians. The team works on developing and optimizing new downstream purification processes, as well as improving existing ones, ensuring scalability, high vaccine yield, and impurity removal to meet regulatory standards. Collaboration with the Upstream team and the Characterization/Wave Bag Development team is key to our work.

You will report to the Downstream Senior Manager, Susan Hoffmann Thrane: “We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team, where we value good team spirit and an easy-going, humorous environment.”

Your Impact
Your tasks will include:

• Solve complex scientific challenges and technical issues related to Downstream Process Development
• Optimize and scale-up processes to ensure efficient and robust manufacturing that adheres to quality and regulatory standards
• Support manufacturing departments with established processes and Technology Transfer during the implementation of new processes
• Design experimental studies, write study protocols, analyze data, and maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation
• Engage in daily communication with lab technicians on experimental studies and establish close collaboration with internal partners such as Production, Quality Control, and R&D

Are You Our Next Pioneer?
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• M.S. in Biotechnology, Human Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field, preferably with a PhD (not a prerequisite)
• 3-5 years of relevant experience from the biotech industry or academia and working with protein or virus purification (statistical data analysis is preferred)
• Hands-on experience with downstream purification methods (Tangential Flow Filtration, chromatography, and other separation techniques) is an advantage
• Proficient in English. Danish is a plus

Who Are You?
You are a team player with strong communication skills, able to stay calm and proactive in a dynamic environment. You take responsibility for your tasks, approach challenges with curiosity and innovation, and thrive in a diverse team. Strong teamwork and the ability to engage with various stakeholders are key to success, along with a positive attitude and adaptability to changing priorities.

Why join us?

• Be part of a team that directly contributes to global health by manufacturing and developing life-saving vaccines
• Your work here has a visible and significant impact, ensuring the safety and well-being of millions
• Join the fascinating field of vaccine production, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to protect public health
• Enjoy a vibrant staff club that offers a variety of diverse, fun, and exciting events

Ready to make a Difference? Apply Now!
Apply by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button. We are interviewing on an ongoing basis and look forward to receiving your motivated CV, where you state your motivation for applying for this particular role. A cover letter is not required. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

Please contact Susan Hoffmann Thrane, Senior Manager at +45 29 46 23 96 or email: sust@bavarian-nordic.com if you have any questions about the role.

For us, it is all about improving and saving lives
Improving and saving lives through innovative vaccines is at the heart of what we do in Bavarian Nordic. We are a fully integrated vaccine company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of life-saving vaccines and the largest pure-play vaccine company in the world.

In Bavarian Nordic, we believe in the power of the team, and you will be part of a global team of more than +1600 dedicated employees with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, who are bound together by our commitment to protect lives every day. We believe in creating an inclusive and flexible workplace with a strong focus on personal and professional development because we need each other to take things further.

We operate in a world in constant flux and always explore new opportunities. So, if you are open-minded and have the willpower to succeed, we might be a perfect fit for you.

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Founded in 1994, we have +30 years of experience developing life-saving vaccines. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines. Our commercial product portfolio contains market-leading vaccines against rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and Ebola. We are headquartered in Denmark and have manufacturing, research, and sales offices across Europe and North America. Our values – our Bavarian Nordic DNA, as we like to call it – are what guide our actions every day. We act as persistent pioneers, embrace change, value being boosted by the team, and believe in protecting lives every day. If that is also a part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic! Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
https://www.bavarian-nordic.com/

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Location: Hørsholm, Agern Alle 1