Bioprocess Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Conferences attendance

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Bioprocess Engineer in Benoni to contribute to innovative biopharmaceutical development. You will design, develop, and optimize large-scale bioprocessing operations for biological therapeutics, collaborating with research, development, and manufacturing teams to ensure scalable, compliant production.

The role requires a master's or PhD in chemical/biochemical engineering or biotechnology, at least four years of experience in biopharma process development, and strong GMP

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities.
• Experience with cell culture, fermentation, purification and aseptic processing is preferred.
• GMP knowledge and ability to work in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, scale-up, and optimize upstream (cell culture/fermentation) and downstream (purification) bioprocesses.
• Develop and implement process validation strategies for biological products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during process development and manufacturing.
• Conduct process characterization studies to ensure product consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analytical development, quality assurance, and manufacturing.
• Author technical reports, development protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
• Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and regulatory guidelines in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Master's/PhD in Chemical/biochemical engineering or biotechnology

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented Bioprocess Engineer to contribute to their innovative biopharmaceutical development efforts in Benoni . This role is crucial for designing, developing, and optimizing large-scale bioprocessing operations for the manufacture of biological therapeutics. You will work closely with research, development, and manufacturing teams to ensure the efficient, compliant, and scalable production of complex biological products. This position is ideal for an engineer passionate about biotechnology and seeking to advance their career in a cutting-edge scientific environment in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, scale-up, and optimize upstream (cell culture/fermentation) and downstream (purification) bioprocesses.
• Develop and implement process validation strategies for biological products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during process development and manufacturing.
• Conduct process characterization studies to ensure product consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analytical development, quality assurance, and manufacturing.
• Author technical reports, development protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
• Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and regulatory guidelines in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in biopharmaceutical process development and manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of cell culture, fermentation, protein purification, and aseptic processing techniques.
• Experience with process scale-up, validation, and technology transfer.
• Familiarity with GMP regulations and guidelines relevant to biologics manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and attending scientific conferences.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge biopharmaceutical research in Benoni .