Senior Downstream Biotechnologist

Alvotech is seeking an ambitious and solution‑oriented individual who wants to become part of our strong manufacturing  team. If you are passionate about quality, safety, and continuous improvement, and want to contribute in an international environment where professionalism and precision are essential, this could be the right opportunity for you. Working in day, evening and night shifts is required.

Key responsibilities

• Be able to work in accordance with cGMP and EHS practices, conducting all activities in a compliant and safe manner. Willing to take on additional activities with only moderate supervision. 

• The individual will need to perform cGMP activities in Grade CNC, D and C areas.

• Get trained in purification activities from protein A and Ion exchange chromatography, Virus inactivation and filtration, Tangential Flow filtration, formulation, bulk filling and freeze until end of production process with the relevant protocols and batch records.

• Proactively ensure the DSP suite and equipment is maintained in a state of Inspection readiness at all times. 

•  Be a SME author/reviewer and/or approver for written procedures, SOPs, BMRs and other cGMP documentations in span of expertise. 

• Assist in execution of technical and validation protocols. 

• Contribute to investigations as required, to help identify root cause and appropriate corrective actions. 

• Contribute as required to successful commercial Pre-Approval Inspections (PAIs), regular Audits and any other interactions with regulatory agencies.

Job Requirements

• Good communication skills.

• A minimum of 3 years in biopharmaceuticals or technical field is desired. 

• Hands-on experience operating Drug Substance processing equipment.

• Experience of cell culture principles, techniques, scale up, technology transfer and process validation activities.

• Proven experience of coaching and mentoring others.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

Icelandic biosimilar company developing and manufacturing high-quality biologic medicines for global markets. Based in Reykjavik.

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