What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technician (Laborant), Late-Stage Development position at AGC Biologics A/S?
Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.
Do you want to help customers bring advanced biological products to the market? Do you thrive in a role where you can learn and develop? Do you value teamwork and love being part of an interdisciplinary team? If so, this role as (Senior) Downstream Technician in our Late-stage Process Development department is the perfect opportunity for you.
Our Department
The Late-Stage Process Development Department plays a crucial role in the transition of processes from clinical-scale to commercial manufacturing. The department is composed by three teams of technicians and scientists responsible for running Late-Stage processes - robustness studies, qualification of scale-down models, process characterization, and GMP regulated Cell Banks. You will be part of a group of highly dedicated technicians and scientists collaborating across different technical disciplines in customer projects. Your main task will be to conduct experiments and practical laboratory work in the upstream laboratory.
We develop processes for products produced in both mammalian and microbial cell lines and collaborate with various stakeholders such as Analytical Method Development and Manufacturing. You will experience a dynamic and flexible working place with many opportunities to both contribute and develop.
The Role
We are seeking a trained laboratory technician (Laborant) with hands-on experience in fundamental laboratory techniques.
Your primary tasks will include conducting experiments and practical downstream lab work using the following technologies, in addition to:
Clarification/Centrifugation
Chromatography (both at purification and analytical level)
Ultrafiltration
Your Qualifications
Experience in protein purification methods.
Background in development laboratories or pilot-scale production.
Familiarity with working in a cGMP environment is considered a plus.
Experience or interest in analytical methods such as UV/VIS Spectrophotometry, HPLC, and (preferably) CE SDS/iCE.
Are interested in maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
A positive mindset with flexibility and enthusiasm for taking on new tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to uncertainties.
Application
To apply, please submit your CV. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement.
We continuously evaluate incoming applications and conduct interviews accordingly. Therefore, please submit your application and CV as soon as possible.
If we see a potential match, one of our recruiters will contact you to discuss your application.
For more information, please contact the Manager Tamanna Nagraik at tnagraik@agc.com.
Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe.
AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. 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. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com. Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!
AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
