Senior Lyophilization & Pilot Scientist (GMP)

Zoetis Spain SL; Louvain-la-Neuve; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Senior Scientist – Lyophilization/Pilot Specialist at Zoetis in Louvain-la-Neuve leads lyophilization development for new products and supports Pilot Plant GMP operations across sites. You will design cycles, execute development studies, and ensure robust transfer to manufacturing with clear documentation.

You will work autonomously in development and hands-on in GMP areas (Grade A/B), collaborating with R&D, Quality, and other functions to deliver scalable processes and timely decisions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in lyophilization process development and/or sterile product development within a regulated environment (GMP experience preferred).
• Understanding of biochemistry, degradation pathways, and stabilization of antigen/protein products.
• Experience in handling protein formulations.

Responsabilités

• Develop lyophilization cycles and methods for new products from feasibility to robust process definition.
• Plan, execute, and document development studies; translate data into clear recommendations.
• Own and manage a development area with organization, equipment readiness, and documentation.

Connaissances

Lyophilization

Process development

GMP

Tech transfer

Cross-functional collaboration

Autonomous working

Grade B

Protein formulations

French & English

Formation

Master's degree

PhD (preferred)

Outils

Tempris

Karl Fischer moisture

DSC

Electron microscopy

Description du poste

The Senior Scientist – Lyophilization/Pilot Specialist at Zoetis in Louvain-la-Neuve leads lyophilization development for new products and supports Pilot Plant GMP operations across sites. You will design cycles, execute development studies, and ensure robust transfer to manufacturing with clear documentation.

You will work autonomously in development and hands-on in GMP areas (Grade A/B), collaborating with R&D, Quality, and other functions to deliver scalable processes and timely decisions.