Biopharmaceutical Process Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; A distancia; ZAR 900.000 - 1.600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Remote-friendly culture

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Biopharmaceutical Process Engineer to join a remote-first team focused on design, development, scale-up, and optimization of manufacturing processes for biologics. You will leverage expertise in upstream and downstream processing to enable robust, compliant production of therapeutics with global impact.

The role emphasizes cGMP compliance, CAPA-driven improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, QA, and regulatory affairs

Formación

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in process development and scale-up within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of upstream (bioreactors) and downstream (chromatography, filtration) unit operations.
• Familiarity with cGMP regulations and relevant industry guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and optimize biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes, including cell culture, fermentation, purification, and filtration.
• Conduct process validation studies and ensure adherence to cGMP standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs.
• Prepare process descriptions, validation protocols, and reports for regulatory submissions and internal documentation.

Conocimientos

Process development

Scale-up

Bioreactors

Chromatography

cGMP

Project management

Problem solving

Educación

Master's or PhD in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Biopharmaceutical Process Engineer to join their innovative team, with the flexibility of a remote-first work arrangement. This role is crucial for the design, development, scale-up, and optimization of manufacturing processes for biological drug products. You will leverage your expertise in upstream and downstream processing to ensure efficient, robust, and compliant production of vital therapeutics. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of biotechnology and make a significant impact on global health from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes, including cell culture, fermentation, purification, and filtration.
• Conduct process validation studies and ensure adherence to cGMP standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs.
• Prepare process descriptions, validation protocols, and reports for regulatory submissions and internal documentation.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in process development and scale-up within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of upstream (e.g., bioreactors) and downstream (e.g., chromatography, filtration) unit operations.
• Familiarity with cGMP regulations and relevant industry guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and generous performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible remote work environment with a supportive virtual culture.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional growth and attending industry conferences.