Process Development Scientist to NorthX Biologics

NorthX Biologics is looking to recruit a Process Development (PD) Scientist to the company. The full-time position is based in our Matfors facility, and we are searching for a new colleague to join a dedicated and highly competent team within the Process Development department.

NorthX Biologics is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) that offer services and support in the development and manufacturing of biologics used in vaccines, gene/cell therapy and other advanced applications. We have a long tradition of pharmaceutical manufacturing and have been manufacturing GMP biologics since 1992. In 2021 we were recognized as a national innovation hub for advanced therapeutics and vaccines and have expanded our development capabilities to serve our clients. This includes a new development organization with cutting edge laboratories and technologies.

ABOUT THE POSITION
As a PD scientist, you will have a key role in supporting our projects by developing and optimizing processes into scalable and high yielding workflows, suitable for production of proteins. You will be planning, executing, and reporting experiments working in cross functional project teams. This is an excellent opportunity to further your passion for upstream and/or downstream processes and combine both hands-on lab work and analytical tasks.
Experiences in pharmaceutical development and GMP production are meriting, but for the right person and combination of skills, this position could be a perfect opportunity for transition from academia to industry.
YOUR PROFILE
The candidate we are seeking has current knowledge about modern front-line technologies and methods within biotechnological production.

An academic level of MSc or PhD within a relevant field (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry) is preferable.

Technical skills that are meriting:
Bacterial cultivation and recombinant expression
Fermentation in stirred tank reactors
Basic molecular biology methods (AGE, PCR, cloning)
Biochemical analysis (SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, UV/Vis)
Tangential flow filtration
Chromatographic purification of proteins
High throughput screening
Design of experiments
GMP manufacturing

We are looking for a curious and dedicated team-player with a can-do attitude. You work well both independently and in team settings, can handle multiple tasks and manage priorities in a timely manner. You enjoy taking responsibility and initiative as wells as applying curiosity and grit to solve problems. You are analytical, result-oriented, and highly flexible and you enjoy a dynamic workplace where people matter, and your contributions will make a positive impact.
If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we invite you to apply today!

ABOUT NORTHX BIOLOGICS
Working at NorthX Biologics
NorthX Biologics is an expanding company within an exciting field, working with customers and projects globally. For the right candidate we are offering a position with strong opportunities for personal development. NorthX Biologics is located in Matfors, 4h north of Stockholm, with a 20 min car commute from the city of Sundsvall and good public transport options. Housing in the area is affordable and availability of rentals with immediate access is high. One of the larger housing companies offers a fast-track to available rentals for newly employed individuals migrating to the municipality. NorthX value the work-life-balance for employees and offers flexibility in planning your workdays and hours. The city of Sundsvall and surrounding area offer a high quality of life through closeness to nature, a vast variety of activities on snow, water and land and a city center rich in restaurants, history, and cultural events. To learn more, please visit www.nxbio.com.