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Scientist II Purification (Pilot)

Permanent position

Based in Toulouse, France

What You’ll Do:

- Pilot-Scale Operations & Execution:

• Execute and support pilot-scale downstream unit operations, including bioreactor runs up to ~50 L, for engineering, scale-up, and material generation batches.

• Translate laboratory-scale downstream process parameters into pilot-scale execution under guidance, ensuring process robustness, reproducibility, and data integrity.

• Support pilot activities that bridge process development and cGMP manufacturing, including preparation for tech transfer.

- Study Support & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with USP pilot, DSP development, Analytical, and Manufacturing teams to support pilot-scale material generation for process characterization, equipment qualification, and other material generation (e.g., toxicology, stability).

• Participate as an downstream pilot representative on cross-functional project teams, contributing to planning and execution aligned with project timelines.

- Facility & Operational Readiness:

• Support day-to-day pilot operations, including equipment setup, preparation, cleaning, and turnover.

• Ensure activities are conducted in compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

• Assist with scheduling and readiness activities in coordination with senior team members.

- Pilot Optimization & Technology:

• Support the implementation and optimization of intensified or advanced upstream processes at pilot scale, including the use of single-use systems and automation tools.

• Collect, review, and interpret pilot-scale process data to support process understanding and improvement.

- Documentation & Compliance:

• Accurately document pilot operations, process data, and observations in batch records, protocols, and reports.

• Author and review SOPs, protocols, and technical reports under guidance.

• Support deviation documentation and investigations as needed.

- Technical Contribution & Knowledge Sharing:

• Act as a technical contributor for downstream pilot execution, including scale-up principles and process control strategies.

• Support preparation of tech transfer documentation to manufacturing.

• Communicate pilot study objectives, execution status, and results clearly to project teams and management.

- Training & Team Support:

• Support training of junior staff and technicians on pilot-scale DSP operations, safety practices, and standard procedures.

• Promote a strong culture of safety, data quality, and scientific rigor.

- Vendor & Equipment Support:

• Support interactions with equipment vendors and engineering teams for equipment setup, troubleshooting, and optimization.

Your profile :

• Master’s in engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 5+ years of experience or Ph.D. in Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field. Bachelor's with more than 10 years of experience.

• Proficiency in both verbal and written English is essential.

• Excellent attention to detail, able to stay organized and relaxed in complex situations while keeping track of multiple tasks and data.

• Experience in pilot-scale operations (10–200 L upstream scale).

• Understanding of scale-up principles, process control, and data interpretation for both upstream and downstream processes.

• Experience supporting engineering batches, material generation, and technology transfer to cGMP manufacturing.

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage pilot facilities, and coordinate cross-functional projects.

• Experience in biosimilar or biologics development programs is an advantage.

• Experience working in or supporting a cGMP or cleanroom environment.

• Familiarity with process and equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ).

• Understanding of process safety and risk assessment principles in pilot-scale bioprocessing.

• Pluses

• General understanding of cell culture, protein chemistry, and bioprocess engineering fundamentals.

Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!

With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged!

The future is ours to shape!

FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.