Scientist to Analytical Development

NorthX Biologics is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization that offer services and support in the development and manufacturing of biologics used in vaccines, gene 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 recognised 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 organisation with cutting edge laboratories and technologies. We are now looking for a skilled scientist to join our Analytical Development team with starting date at the earliest convenience.
You will be supporting customer and development programs with knowledge and expertise in a broad range of analytical methods, especially HPLC for characterisation of mRNA, DNA and proteins. You will be planning, executing, and reporting experiments to develop robust and reproducible methods that can be validated for GMP. You are technically skilled in HPLC and molecular biology and are experienced in analysis of biologics. Industrial and GMP experience is meriting, but for the right person and combination of technical skills, this position could be a perfect opportunity to transition from academia to industry. An academic level of MSc or PhD within a relevant field will be prioritized but could be reconsidered if a relevant professional experience level can be proven.
The candidate we are seeking have current knowledge about modern front-line technologies and methods within life science and biologics. A minimum of 2 years experience of HPLC method development is crucial and HPLC analysis of mRNA is highly meriting. We would like to see a person with deep scientific understanding of molecular biology and next-generation analytical technology. Detailed technical skills that are meriting are listed in the table below. In addition to listed skills, your curiosity and desire to expand your expertise to various disciplines is highly valued.
Technical skills
Highly meriting:
HPLC mRNA analysis
Other HPLC applications
Digital PCR
Next-generation sequencing
Nanoparticle analysis (NTA, DLS, AF4)
Mass spectrometry
Advanced biostatistics

Preferred
Basic molecular biology methods (gels, qPCR, ELISA etc.)
Flow cytometry
Basic cell culture
Cell-based assays
Cloning
Capillary electrophoresis
Basic microbiology



Examples of daily work tasks:
Planning, executing, analyzing and reporting of experiments for both clients and internal projects
Develop and troubleshoot protocols and methods
Support development programs within process and product testing
Support operations and QC with analytical testing
Continuous assessment of new technologies/methods to improve our offer
Procurement commissioning and testing of analytical instruments
Participate in method transfer to the QC lab for GMP validation
Provide expertise to other departments
Acting project resource in customer projects and communicating with customers regarding their analytical packages

The nature of the position is extensively hands-on in the laboratory, but also includes documenting and writing. You are self-motivated and demonstrate high levels of creativity in finding solutions to complex analytical problems. The NorthX working climate is highly collaborative and you are expected to bring a positive force to the team and be prepared to assist where needed. You also need to communicate professionally with customers, which is why intrapersonal skills and experience to work in teams will be highly valued. Applicants must be able to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and be fluent in English. A minimum of basic Swedish is preferred.
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 15 min commute to the city of Sundsvall. 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 and 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