Scientist Downstream Processing | Scientist Downstream Processing (m/w/d)
FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Giessen
Job Summary
As a Scientist in Downstream Processing, you will be responsible for the process development of recombinant cells and proteins within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector. Your daily activities will include processing samples and cell culture media, as well as contributing to experimental study designs using Design of Experiments (DoE) methodologies. You will independently plan, execute, and evaluate experiments following Quality by Design (QbD) principles. A significant portion of the role involves the setup and application of laboratory technologies such as chromatography, filtration, and flow cytometry, specifically for high-throughput downstream processing (DSP). This position is particularly attractive because it offers a permanent employment contract with flexible working hours and mobile work options. You will join a professional environment at FERCHAU that encourages personal growth, the implementation of your own ideas, and active participation in complex development projects for prestigious clients.
Required Skills
Education
Successfully completed university degree in (Molecular) Biology, Chemistry, or a related natural science field.
Experience
- Professional experience in downstream processes within a scientific or laboratory environment
- Experience in handling, collecting, and preparing biological samples and cell culture media
- Proven experience with analytical methods and preparative laboratory work
- Experience using statistical analysis software such as JMP or R
- Experience operating laboratory-specific software and high-throughput technologies
Languages
Additional
- The role requires the ability to work within a flexible flextime system and may involve mobile work. Candidates must be able to work under the reference number VA73-25950-GI.
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