Expert for Technical Operations

Research Center Pharmaceutical Engineering GmbH; Osterreich; On-site; EUR 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time option

Modern infrastructure

Career development

Job summary

The Research Center Pharmaceutical Engineering GmbH (RCPE) invites applications for an Expert for Technical Operations (Pilot Plant). Based at our Austria site, the role focuses on planning, performing and documenting experiments, and maintaining manufacturing equipment for pharmaceutical applications.

Candidates should hold a PhD in a natural science and have several years in chemical R&D or pilot plants, with strong English and good documentation practices.

Qualifications

• PhD in natural sciences with laboratory experience (e.g. chemical engineering, biotechnology, pharmacy, chemistry).
• Several years of experience in chemical R&D laboratories or pilot plant environments; pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform experimental work within projects with setup, operation and documentation.
• Plan and execute experimental trials using various devices and materials.
• Support the planning and implementation of scientific projects.
• Maintain and calibrate manufacturing equipment (extruders, spray dryers, compressors, blenders, coating equipment).
• Prepare instruments and equipment for production and trials.
• Ensure data is recorded correctly and in compliance with Good Documentation Practices.

Skills

English proficiency

Detail-oriented

Project planning

Safety awareness

Education

PhD in natural sciences

Tools

Pilot plant equipment

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Research Center Pharmaceutical Engineering

Organisation/Company Research Center Pharmaceutical Engineering Department Human resources Research Field Engineering » Chemical engineering Technology » Biotechnology Pharmacological sciences » Pharmacy Chemistry » Applied chemistry Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 1 Dec 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Vienna) Country Austria Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Research Center Pharmaceutical Engineering GmbH (RCPE) is a global leader in pharmaceutical engineering sciences. We help our partners create and manufacture advanced medicines for patients worldwide through optimizing products and processes.

For our area of Technical Operations we are looking for an active, highly qualified (m/f/x)

Expert for Technical Operations

Technical Operations – Pilot Plant

Ref.No SK133

Duties and responsibilities

• Independently and precisely perform experimental work within assigned projects, including set up, operation and thorough documentation of experiments
• Plan and execute experimental trials using various devices and materials, including hazardous chemical substances
• Support the planning and implementation of scientific projects
• Perform maintenance and support calibration of manufacturing equipment such as extruders, spray dryers, compression machines, blenders and coating equipment
• Set up and prepare instruments and equipment for production and trials
• Carry out cleaning activities on equipment and installations and prepare corresponding reports
• Ensure that all data generated from experimental work are available, correctly recorded and compliant with Good Documentation Practices
• Write, update and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and relevant Quality Management (QM) documents
• Ensure compliance with all agreed RCPE working procedures, including completion of analytical test analyses, equipment log books, SOPs and safety procedures
• Act as contact person for purchasing of laboratory supplies and chemicals
• Maintain direct customer contact in the context of technical services
• Act as main contact and active participant in internal and external laboratory audits

Requirements

• PhD degree in a natural science with laboratory experience (e.g. chemical engineering, biotechnology, pharmacy, chemistry)
• Several years of experience in chemical R&D laboratories or pilot plant environments; experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing is an advantage
• Hands on experience with manufacturing equipment for pharmaceutical applications
• Knowledge in electrical engineering, physics, biotechnology or process engineering is a plus
• Very good command of English; German is an advantage
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001; familiarity with ISO 17025 is an advantage
• High level of safety awareness
• Independent, reliable working style, strong attention to detail and ability to plan and organise own tasks
• Strong interest in performing top level, goal oriented research at the interface of basic science and industrial application
• Professional conduct and communication skills in dealing with international clients, partners and colleagues
• Interest and experience in performing top-level and target-oriented research at the interface of basic science and industrial application

We offer

• A multidisciplinary and dynamic research environment and access to highly modern infrastructure on campus of Graz University of Technology
• Opportunities for career development at the academic and industrial level
• The annual gross salary for this position is EUR 53.200 to EUR 56.000, depending on professional experience
• Possibility to work part-time

At RCPE, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. We particularly welcome women who are interested in pursuing career opportunities within our technical field. In cases of equivalent qualifications, applications from women will be given preference, while all applications will be assessed fairly and comprehensively, taking into account all relevant qualifications, experience, and circumstances.