Senior Biotechnologist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Lab facilities Bloemfontein

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Biotechnologist to lead development, optimization, and scale-up of biotechnological processes, including fermentation and cell culture, in a state-of-the-art R&D facility.

The role demands strong expertise in recombinant protein expression, purification, analytical methods, and GMP culture systems, with a track record of delivering robust processes and mentoring junior staff in a dynamic biotech team.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in biotechnology process development.
• Proven expertise in fermentation technology, recombinant protein expression, and purification.
• Strong knowledge of analytical methods for biotechnological products.
• Experience in GMP environments and regulatory affairs is advantageous.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of biotechnological processes, including microbial fermentation and cell culture.
• Manage projects related to recombinant protein production and purification.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for product characterization and quality control.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in bioprocess development.
• Supervise and mentor junior members of the biotechnology team.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Fermentation

Recombinant protein expression

Purification

Analytical methods

GMP experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Biotechnology or Biochemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Biotechnologist to join their advanced research and development facility in Bloemfontein . This role is crucial for driving innovation in biotechnology, focusing on the development and optimization of biological processes and products. You will lead projects involving recombinant protein expression, fermentation, and downstream processing, ensuring efficiency and scalability. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a deep understanding of bioprocess engineering, and a passion for translating scientific discoveries into tangible biotechnological solutions. This position offers a challenging and rewarding career within a dynamic team committed to scientific excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of biotechnological processes, including microbial fermentation and cell culture.
• Manage projects related to recombinant protein production and purification.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for product characterization and quality control.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in bioprocess development.
• Supervise and mentor junior members of the biotechnology team.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in biotechnology process development.
• Strong experience with fermentation technology, recombinant protein expression, and purification techniques.
• Proficiency in analytical methods relevant to biotechnological products.
• Experience with GMP environments and regulatory affairs is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.Access to advanced laboratory equipment and facilities in Bloemfontein .