Senior Biocompatibility Specialist

Molnlycke Health Care; Göteborgs kommun; Hybrid; SEK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mölnlycke in Gothenburg is expanding its Biocompatibility team with a Senior Biocompatibility Specialist to strengthen our expertise in Biological Safety. The role focuses on leading evaluations of medical devices, aligning with global regulatory requirements, and driving risk interpretation and safety assessments across a global portfolio.

You will develop procedures, oversee testing with internal and external partners, mentor colleagues, and be a key SME supporting projects and regulatory

Qualifications

• Must-have: degree in engineering, chemistry, life sciences or equivalent.
• Typically 8+ years experience in biocompatibility, toxicology or related field.
• Experience working with medical devices and knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, perform, and review biological evaluations of medical devices per global regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement biocompatibility procedures, guidelines, and ways of working.
• Coordinate and oversee biocompatibility testing with internal and external partners.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert, supporting projects, regulatory activities and decision-making.
• Interpret biological risk from scientific and toxicological perspectives to support safety assessments.
• Build external networks and represent Mölnlycke in scientific forums.
• Contribute to team growth through coaching and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Biocompatibility

Toxicology

Regulatory knowledge

Scientific communication

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, life sciences

Job description

At Mölnlycke, we believe that real impact starts with people. People who are bold enough to challenge the status quo. People who care deeply about their work, their colleagues, and the world around them. People who know exactly why they do what they do.

As a global medical solutions company, we design and deliver innovative products and services across wound care, operating room solutions, gloves, and antiseptics. Our mission is to advance performance in healthcare by supporting professionals, improving outcomes, and making a difference where it matters most.

We are now expanding our team with an additional Senior Biocompatibility Specialist to strengthen our expertise within Biological Safety.

This is a newly created position following recent growth in the team (not a replacement or previously advertised role) offering a fresh opportunity to join and shape our continued development.

The position is formally based at our headquarters in Gothenburg, but for the right profile we are open to other locations with occasional onsite presence.

Why This Role Matters

This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to shape how we ensure patient safety and regulatory excellence across a global portfolio.

In this role, you will take a leading position in biological and toxicological evaluation of medical devices, combining scientific depth with practical application. As we continue to strengthen our capabilities, there is an increasing focus on advancing toxicological assessment and interpretation of biological risk, making this a great opportunity.

Here’s how your contributions will make an impact:

• Lead, plan, perform, and review biological evaluations of medical devices in line with global regulatory requirements
• Drive the development and implementation of procedures, guidelines, and ways of working within biocompatibility
• Coordinate and oversee biocompatibility testing, both internally and with external partners
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting projects, regulatory activities, and decision-making
• Contribute to interpreting biological risk from a scientific and toxicological perspective to support robust product safety assessments
• Build and maintain external networks, representing Mölnlycke in scientific and industry forums
• Support capability growth through coaching and knowledge-sharing within the team
• Contribute to standards development, scientific discussions, and potentially publications

What You’ll Get

You’ll join a company where trust, care, and long‑term thinking guide how we work.

• A key role in a growing and evolving expert function
• Opportunities to influence both strategy and execution within your field
• A collaborative, international environment with strong scientific expertise
• Flexible working options and a strong focus on wellbeing
• The chance to contribute to solutions that improve patient outcomes globally

What You Bring

You bring strong expertise in biocompatibility and/or toxicology, combined with the ability to translate science into practical, compliant solutions.

Must-haves:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, life sciences, or equivalent
• Solid experience (typically 8+ years) within biocompatibility, toxicology, or a closely related field
• Experience working with medical devices
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements related to biological safety
• Ability to operate as a subject matter expert and guide decision-making
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience in toxicological risk assessment or a strong understanding of toxicological principles
• Certification within toxicology (e.g. ERT, DABT) is advantageous
• Demonstrated leadership through mentoring or coaching colleagues

Our Approach to Diversity & Inclusion

We’re building a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We believe that a diverse mix of people (from different cultures, ages, geographies, and genders) makes us stronger. It brings fresh perspectives, drives better decisions, and helps us deliver solutions that reflect the world we serve. Inclusion isn’t just a value, it’s how we work, grow, and lead together.

Mölnlycke is a world‑leading medical products and solutions company that equips healthcare professionals to achieve the best patient, clinical and economic outcomes.

Our business is organised in the four business areas Wound Care, Operating Room Solutions, Gloves and Antiseptics, where customer centricity, sustainability and digitalisation are at the heart of everything we do.

Mölnlycke employs around 8,700 people. The company headquarters are in Gothenburg, Sweden and we operate in more than 100 countries worldwide. Mölnlycke is a founding partner of GoCo Health Innovation City, a world‑class innovation cluster for health.

Since 2007, the company has been part of Investor AB, an engaged owner of high‑quality, global companies which was founded by the Wallenberg family in 1916. For more information, please visit www.molnlycke.com and www.molnlycke.com/careers .