Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

Scientist – Early-Stage MSAT, Upstream

An exciting and diverse career opportunity awaits you in our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) Department in Copenhagen. Here, you will work with upstream processes at the intersection of development and manufacturing, helping ensure that biopharmaceutical products are successfully transferred into production.

We are looking for a quality-focused professional with expertise in upstream processing and a strong ability to collaborate across teams. If you are motivated by applying science in a real manufacturing setting, this is an opportunity to be part of shaping how processes move from idea to reality.

Where science meets manufacturing

As an Upstream MSAT Scientist, you will become part of a dynamic team within the MSAT unit, where accountability, proactiveness, and ingenuity are key to how we work together.

Your role centers around enabling successful tech-transfer of upstream processes – both from development into manufacturing and from clients into AGC Biologics. You will work across multiple projects, supporting both microbial and mammalian processes, and ensuring that transfers are executed smoothly and in line with timelines and quality standards.

In your day-to-day work, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, applying your expertise in upstream bioprocessing, including process scale-up, seed train expansion, bioreactor cultivation, and clarification. You will also contribute to risk assessments and troubleshooting related to technology transfer, process safety, and manufacturing challenges.

Working closely with Quality Assurance, you will help ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements, while also supporting Manufacturing in resolving deviations and discrepancies when they arise.

A collaborative and fast-paced environment

You will be part of a team where collaboration is essential and where knowledge is shared openly. The role requires strong communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to navigate a dynamic work environment with multiple stakeholders and priorities.

What you bring

• PhD or M.Sc. in bioprocess engineering, biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, or a related field
• Experience in process development and/or manufacturing within mammalian (CHO) upstream processing
• Proficiency in upstream processing techniques such as cell culture, fermentation, bioreactor monitoring, and clarification
• Familiarity with technology transfer, including documentation, risk assessment, troubleshooting, and alignment with timelines and quality standards
• Understanding of regulatory requirements within biopharmaceutical manufacturing (cGMP)
• Strong English communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment

Join us

If this sounds like a place where you can grow, contribute, and make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application via our system. We evaluate applications on an ongoing basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If we see a potential match, one of our recruiters will reach out to you to discuss the next steps in the process.

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe. 

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com.  Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) for biopharmaceuticals and cell/gene therapies. Based in Seattle, WA.

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