QA Senior Professional for QC and Raw Material (Parental Cover)

Do you want to play a key role in ensuring the quality of Bavarian Nordic's products by ensuring the raw materials meet the company's high standards? Do you thrive talking to different stakeholders internally and externally, being the building block of our vaccines?

Then we have an exciting job opportunity for you as QA Senior Professional for Raw Material (1-year parental cover) to support our quality assurance ambitions at Bavarian Nordic.

About the team
As we are in the joyful situation that one of our team members is expecting a child, we are looking for a maternity cover for 1-year period (approximately Maj-2025 to June-2026).

The growing QA Operations organization consists of 30 employees, 4 managers, and one director. In this role, you will be part of the dynamic QA for QC, Raw Materials, and Warehouse team which consists of 7 employees located in Germany (2) and Denmark (5). The team manages cases from the GMP organization for release results and stability, including the release of Raw Materials and Secondary Packaging Materials for use in Production.

The position is based in Denmark and requires you to be able to be on-site in Kvistgaard. You will report to the QA Manager for QC, Raw Materials, and Warehouse.

“As a leader, I believe in an open-door policy where accessibility and transparency are at the core of my approach. I'm deeply committed to supporting my team's success by prioritizing their professional growth and mental well-being. My goal is to create a balanced, thriving work environment where every employee feels valued and empowered.” - Says Anabelle Legarth Honoré, QA for QC Manager Raw Materials, and Warehouse.” - Says Anabelle Legarth Honoré, QA for QC Manager Raw Materials, and Warehouse.

Your Impact
Your tasks primarily focus on the release of Raw Materials, including:

• Daily release of Raw Materials and Secondary Packaging Materials for Production and Technical Purposes
• Approval of Raw Materials and Secondary Packaging Specifications and Material Specifications
• Handling Supplier Complaints
• QA review and approval of SOPs, Change Control, Deviations, and Continuous Improvements in Veeva (QMS Tasks)
• Continuous improvement in processes related to Raw Materials release
  

Are you our next Pioneer?
Succeeding with our vision of becoming one of the largest pure-play vaccine companies in the world is no walk in the park, and that is why we need people like you who are determined to make it happen and have the following qualifications:

• A relevant academic degree (Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Life Sciences, or similar)
• GMP experience and knowledge of Quality Management systems (QMS)
• Experience in QA, preferably within a pharmaceutical company
• Fluency in English and Danish, both written and verbal

About you
You excel in stakeholder management and collaboration, with strong communication, diplomacy, and teamwork skills. You are independent, proactive, and open-minded, with an outgoing personality. Your decision-making and problem-solving abilities are sharp, and you approach challenges with creativity and optimism. While maintaining a strong focus on quality and attention to detail, you can also apply pragmatic solutions when necessary. You thrive in dynamic environments, easily adapt to international settings, and bring a strong sense of accountability, working confidently both independently and within a team.

Why join us?

• As we continue to grow, you'll have a unique opportunity to make a real impact, shaping both the team and our QA processes
• We provide an international environment where personal and professional growth is highly prioritized
• Be part of a team that directly contributes to global health by manufacturing and developing life-saving vaccines
• Enjoy a vibrant staff club that offers a variety of diverse and exciting events
• We have charging stations for electric vehicles at our facilities in Kvistgaard
• Convenient bus route (70E) from Humlebæk Station directly to our Kvistgaard facilities

At Bavarian Nordic, we are dedicated to saving and improving lives through the development and sale of innovative vaccines. As a rapidly growing company with a burning vision to become a market leader in vaccine manufacturing, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission. You will work in an open environment where we 'walk the talk,' enjoy a wide range of responsibilities and benefit from quick decision-making processes and opportunities for personal growth.

For us, it is all about improving and saving lives together
We are a fully integrated vaccine company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of life-saving vaccines, and one of the largest pure-play vaccine companies in the world. 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.

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 as soon as possible. It is not mandatory to send a cover letter. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

Please contact Anabelle Legarth Honoré, QA for QC Manager Raw Materials, and Warehouse at +45 20 22 73 08, if you have any questions about the role.

Join us and become part of a diverse team dedicated to making a difference together.

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. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Location: Kvistgaard - Hejreskovvej 18