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Upstream Biotechnologist

  • 5th July 2024
  • Location Central, Iceland

Alvotech is dedicated to revolutionizing the accessibility of biologics medicines. As a purpose-driven organization, we provide high-quality, cost-competitive biosimilars to patients around the globe.

Impel Talent is partnered with a fast growing, dynamic pharmacuetical company dedicated to revolutionizing the accessibility of biologics medicines. As a purpose-driven organization, they provide high-quality, cost-competitive biosimilars to patients around the globe.

They are expanding their manufacturing team for a brand new facility (12,500 m²), doubling their current capacity. The new extension will accommodate biosimilar development, drug refills, offices, and warehouses.

Be a part of their dynamic Upstream Operations team and play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of compliance and safety. Act as a subject matter expert for USP processing steps and take charge of leading and coordinating deviation investigations.

 

Why Join them?

  • Innovative Environment: Work in a state-of-the-art facility that emphasizes continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Professional Growth: Take advantage of ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities for career advancement, especially with our recent facility expansion.
  • Impactful Work: Contribute to the production of high-quality biosimilars, making a tangible difference in patients’ lives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Subject Matter Expertise: Ensure the USP suite and equipment are always inspection-ready and provide expertise in USP processing steps.
  • Documentation: Serve as an SME author, reviewer, and/or approver for written procedures, SOPs, BMRs, and other cGMP documentation within your expertise.
  • Technical Support: Assist in executing technical and validation protocols.
  • Deviation Management: Lead and coordinate deviation investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Quality Management: Ensure QMS records are initiated, progressed, and closed within company-defined KPIs.
  • Technology Transfer: Support the technology transfer of processes to manufacturing scale.
  • Supervision: Oversee manufacturing activities, ensuring adherence to cGMP standards.
  • Mentorship: Coach and mentor new team members, fostering a skilled and engaged DSP team.
  • Regulatory Interaction: Contribute to successful commercial Pre-Approval Inspections (PAIs), regular audits, and other regulatory interactions.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry, with biosimilar experience being advantageous.
  • Degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or Bio/Chemical Engineering.
  • Proficient in upstream processes for the production of ATMPs.
  • Hands-on experience operating downstream processing equipment.
  • Expertise in purification techniques, scale-up, technology transfer, and process validation activities.
  • Experience supporting Pre-Approval Inspections (PAI) and working with international regulatory agencies, including the FDA and EMA.

Benefits:

  • Full relocation support, including temporary housing.
  • Competitive base salary based on seniority and experience.
  • Shift allowance.
  • Comprehensive training in purification activities, from protein A chromatography to freeze operations, following relevant protocols and batch records.

 

Apply Now: If you are passionate about improving the accessibility of vital biologic medicines and want to be part of a pioneering team in a growing facility, apply now! Join us on our mission to make a global impact in the biopharmaceutical industry.

Contact Information: To apply or for more information, please contact Impel at madeline.jarra@impeltalent.com

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