Manager QC Chemistry & Biochemistry

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Manager QC Chemistry & Biochemistry

Apply remote type On site locations Bern time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR100810

We are a fully integrated vaccine company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vaccines, and our vision is to become one of the largest pure-play vaccine companies in the world. At Bavarian Nordic, you will be part of a global team of +1600 dedicated colleagues worldwide, all passionate about making a difference. We offer an inclusive and flexible workplace with a strong focus on personal and professional development, and we welcome people who are passionate about saving lives. If you are open-minded and have the willpower to succeed, we might just be a perfect fit.

At Bavarian Nordic Berna, the Swiss affiliate there are - beside manufacturing activities – professionals in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supply Chain and Regulatory affairs working. On the Swiss site in Thörishaus / Bern there are + 200 dedicated and committed professionals working locally and globally.

Due to an upcoming role change of the current incumbent, we are looking to strengthen our QC Management Team with a

Manager QC Chemistry & Biochemistry (f/m/d)

Main responsibilities

• Responsible for managing testing activities in the QC Chemistry and Biochemistry team to deliver correct results on time in full under cGMP.
• Manages a team of 6 analysts to achieve the defined goals.
• Accountable for inspection readiness of his/her organization
• Major methods are physical-chemical tests, wet chemistry tests, spectroscopic tests, chromatography, ELISA and endotoxin testing.
• Establishing, maintaining and improving a balanced sample flow process to ensure on-time delivery
• Establishing, maintaining and improving a service catalogue with predefined turn-around times and standard costs agreed with the customer
• Ensures a timely and cost-effective testing of samples at required cGMP level
• Implementing a KPI system to measure and improve lab performance towards the defined service elements and compliance requirements
• Weekly planning of lab workload and analyst work planning.
• Establishing and maintaining a skill matrix to ensure availability sufficient resources to cover the workload.
• Ensures development and support of employees incl performance management

Our expectations

• University degree in natural science (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or comparable)
• At least 7-10 years QC Lab experience in the sector of biotechnology under cGMP
• Expert knowledge of international QC related cGMP requirements
• Proven Leadership experience of at least 3 to 5 years
• Experienced in Health Authority Inspections
• High-level motivation on managing a lab autonomously and a strong focus on deliverables and people engagement.
• Multilingual – at least German and English, written and spoken

We provide an opportunity to be a part of an international company that boasts exceptional technology and a determined team. Join our dedicated and agile global Quality team if you share our enthusiasm and have a desire to create an impact. You can expect a vibrant and adaptable work environment that supports the growth of your personal and academic skills.

Are you interested in joining our mission? We look forward to receiving your application

Join Bavarian Nordic a fully integrated vaccine company focused on the development, manufacturing and commercialization of life-savings vaccins

Founded in 1994, we have +30 years of experience developing life-saving vaccines. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines. Our commercial product portfolio contains market-leading vaccines against rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and Ebola. We are headquartered in Denmark and have manufacturing, research, and sales offices across Europe and North America. Our values – our Bavarian Nordic DNA, as we like to call it – are what guide our actions every day. We act as persistent pioneers, embrace change, value being boosted by the team, and believe in protecting lives every day. If that is also a part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic! Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
www.bavarian-nordic.com