Job Description

About AGC Biologics

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO). Our global network spans three continents, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Denmark, U.S., Italy, Germany, and Japan. We currently employ more than 2500 team members worldwide. We collaborate with some of the world’s leading and most innovative pharmaceutical companies to develop and manufacture life-changing treatments. We are dedicated to bringing products to market that turn possibilities into reality and bring hope to life for patients around the world. To do so, we provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells.

Scientist (all genders) MSAT - Biotechnological production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

For a 2-year maternity leave cover, AGC Biologics GmbH in Heidelberg is looking for a scientist for Manufacturing Science and Technology in the field of microbial fermentation and chromatographic purification. You will be the first point of contact for external customers. Internally, you are the interface of production to project management, purchasing, quality control, quality assurance and process development. You actively steer the process from the beginning of technology transfer to filling of the active pharmaceutical ingredient.

Job Responsibilities:

• Independent planning and implementation of the technology transfer
• Process support from start to finish: Transfer, Implementation, Improvement, Evaluation
• Reporting of technology transfer, production batches and campaigns
• Planning and control of API production processes
• Preparation and review of cGMP production documents
• Processing of deviation and investigation reports
• Supporting customers via telephone or on-site visits
• Support in the procurement of process equipment

Your Profil

• Enthusiasm for biotechnological processes
• PhD in biotechnology or similar degree or Master and several years of experience
• Ability to work in a team, sense of responsibility and quality awareness
• Sound knowledge of fermentation or chromatography techniques and scale-up
• Knowledge of GMP regulations
• Fluent in German, very good command of English
• Knowledge of project management is an advantage
• Work Permit

We offer:

• A modern working environment with exciting tasks in a future-oriented industry
• Teamwork with an intercultural and international collegium with short communication channels across national borders
• A corporate culture characterized by openness and appreciation
• Internal as well as international development opportunities
• Regular company events, capital-forming benefits (VL), occupational pension scheme (bAV), job ticket, job bike, Lunchit, a modern time recording system with flexible time account

If we have caught your interest in this position, we will gladly accept your application via our applicant portal.

We look forward to hearing from you.

AGC Biologics GmbH
Czernyring 22
69115 Heidelberg

Phone: 06221 / 9026-0
www.agcbio.com

Who We Are
AGC Biologics is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization with a strong presence in Germany. From our Heidelberg site, we develop and manufacture life‑changing advanced biologics for some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical companies. Together with our team members across Europe, the U.S., and Japan, we deliver development and manufacturing of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells therapies. Across our global network, we are united by one mission: To work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market. 

We are a collaborative, inclusive, and equal‑opportunity organization where team members are valued for their expertise, teamwork, and ingenuity.