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Senior Downstream Scientist (DSP)

Highly Competitive
  1. Permanent
  2. Manufacturing
  3. Iceland
Reykjavík, Iceland
Posting date: 14 Jan 2025
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À±½·ÊÓƵ is collaborating with a biotech company to recruit a Senior DSP for their team in Iceland. This position centers on downstream processing within a cGMP environment, with a focus on protein purification and production. The ideal candidate will be proactive, capable of working independently, and dedicated to upholding high standards of safety and compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct activities in accordance with cGMP and EHS practices.
  • Perform cGMP activities in Grade CNC, D, and C areas.
  • Train in purification activities from protein A chromatography to freeze operations.
  • Provide subject matter expertise for DSP processing steps.
  • Maintain DSP suite and equipment in a state of inspection readiness.
  • Author, review, and approve written procedures, standard operating procedures, BMRs, and other cGMP documentation.
  • Assist in the execution of technical and authentication protocols.
  • Lead and coordinate investigations for deviations, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
  • Ensure QMS records are managed within defined KPIs.
  • Contribute to the technology transfer of processes to manufacturing scale.
  • Supervise and ensure manufacturing activities comply with cGMP.
  • Coach and mentor new team members.
  • Support commercial Pre-Approval Inspections (PAIs) and audits.
  • Collaborate with other departments and contribute to process improvements.

Key Skills and Requirements:

  • Degree in a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in downstream purification processes for monoclonal antibodies and recombinant protein therapeutic products.
  • Hands-on experience with downstream processing equipment.
  • Experience in purification techniques, scale-up, technology transfer, and process authentication.
  • Proven experience in coaching and mentoring.
  • Experience supporting Pre-Approval Inspections (PAI) and working with international regulatory agencies such as the FDA and EMA.
  • Expertise in cGMP compliance and associated documentation.


If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Ruhee Saleh at r.saleh@proclinical.com



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