Biotechnological Assistant (BTA) in Production (USP) | BTA (m/w/d)

AGC Biologics GmbH

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Sep 10, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role is for a Biotechnological Assistant (BTA) to join a dynamic production team in Heidelberg, focusing on Upstream Processing (USP). The successful candidate will be instrumental in preparing and executing fermentations within a Class D cleanroom, performing cell harvesting, cell disruption, and various filtration techniques. Aseptic work under laminar flow hoods and conducting in-process controls, such as pH, conductivity, and endotoxin measurements, are core responsibilities. This position also involves supporting equipment qualification and calibration, and ensuring GMP-compliant documentation. Ideal candidates will have a background as a BTA, CTA, pharmaceutical/chemical technician, or biology/chemistry lab technician, possess technical skills in microbial fermentation, and be prepared for shift work in a continuous three-shift system. It's an opportunity to contribute to life-changing therapies in a growing company with a supportive culture.

Required Skills

Education

Biotechnological Assistant (BTA), Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), Pharmaceutical Technician, Chemical Technician, Chemistry Laboratory Assistant, Biology Laboratory Assistant, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience as a BTA, CTA, pharmaceutical/chemical technician, or biology/chemistry lab technician
  • Professional experience in microbial fermentation or chromatographic protein purification (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to work in a continuous three-shift system
  • Valid residence and work permit