Section manager R&D

Help us improve access to life-changing therapies that can transform human health


We are Cytiva, a global provider of technologies and services that advance and accelerate the development and manufacture of therapeutics. Formerly part of GE Healthcare, we have a rich heritage tracing back hundreds of years, and a fresh beginning since 2020.


Our customers undertake life-saving activities. These range from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, biologic drugs, and novel cell and gene therapies. Our job is to supply the tools and services - the pots, pans, soups and sauces - they need to work better, faster and safer, leading to better patient outcomes.
What You'll Do
Lead the Protein & Viral Production section in the Start-to-Finish department in BioProcess R&D
Manage personnel, resources and activities within the section to fulfil project, section, department and R&D goals and priorities
Supply R, D, S and idea evaluation projects with resources according to the needs in term of time and competences, and secure that deliveries from the section are executed in an efficient and timely manner and with appropriate quality and according to agreed standards.
To secure that the competence and know-how of the section members is appropriate to support the organization in the fields the section is responsible for, and that competences are continuously developed via education, seminars, coaching, mentoring and individual developmental plans
To drive the development of the section to improve productivity, establish processes and a strategy to secure long term technology development within the section’s responsibility areas: Upstream process development and process intensification for Mabs and viral vectors, phage display for affinity ligand generation and cell line development
Ensure a safe working environment for the team

Who you are
strong people leader and experienced in bioprocess upstream process development
In order to succeed in this position, you need to be result-oriented, flexible and creative with a strong collaborative attitude, focusing on customer needs.
PhD in biology, medicine, engineering or related Life Science field or equal experience in related fields or equivalent knowledge or experience
5 years of experience of industrial development/R&D in the bioprocess area
Management experience such as project or line management
We are looking for someone with good managerial skills and good ability to motivate, direct and develop people
Swedish and English as working languages

Who we are
Whatever your role, we bring purpose and challenge into our everyday work. If you are driven to make the world a better place thanks to science and medicine, you’ll feel right at home here. If you’re flexible, curious and relentless, you’ll belong. If you are excited about a global culture, this can be the place to further your career.


For questions please contact hiring manager Annika Bergenstråhle, annika.bergenstrahle@cytiva.com


Want to know more? Take a look at our Careers website, Instagram and LinkedIn page!


Cytiva is a 3.5 billion USD global life sciences leader with over 7000 associates across 40 countries who are dedicated to our mission to help us improve access to life-changing therapies that transform human health. As a trusted partner to customers that range in scale and scope, Cytiva brings efficiencies to research and manufacturing workflows, ensuring the development, manufacture and delivery of transformative medicines to patients.


As part of the Danaher family of companies, our work at Cytiva is supported by a global science and technology innovator. In addition to Danaher’s unrivaled leadership training and professional development programs, our relationship also provides expanded career opportunities across industries and brands. Together, we are united by a shared purpose: Helping Realize Life’s Potential.
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “EEO is the Law” poster is available here.
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “EEO is the Law” poster is available here.