Process Biotechnologist

Do you have production or manufacturing experience, with a good knowledge of mechanical assembly techniques? Are you a life science graduate who is looking to gain experience in a GMP environment?

If so, this is a great opportunity for a Process Biotechnologist to join a close knit production team, producing biopharmaceutical products adhering to GMP guidelines following SOPs whilst using state of the art equipment. The site is expanding so it’s a great time to join the team to further your career.

The team consists of 6 professionals, and we are looking forward to shaping the future with you. This position is full-time, based at our site in Nottingham just a short walk from the city centre, train station and tram stop.

The role requires working a 12.5 hour day, a well-balanced shift pattern to cover a 24 hour production schedule (day shift 7am – 7.30pm, night shift 7pm – 7.30am). You will be working 2 or 3 consecutive days with days off in between; on occasions you will have 6 days off at one time. Further information will be provided upon application.

Albumedix is now part of Sartorius, a recognised world leader in recombinant human albumin products and technologies.

Grow with us – Your Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment to carry out the cGMP production of Biopharmaceuticals

• Production processing; incorporating Fermentation, Cell Separation, Chromatography, Final Ultrafiltration and In-process Sampling and Analysis

• Preparation and Operation of all Equipment following SOP’s and PCD’s

• Calibration of instruments and plant maintenance tasks as required during processing or during maintenance shutdown periods

• Complete all documentation required to GDP

• Assist in closure of operations related IOD’s, CR’s and CAPA

• Filter control and integrity testing

• Use of the production autoclave

• Manual handling and physically demanding activities at times (i.e., lifting 25kg bags of salts, sugar and more)

What will convince us

• Good attention to detail

• Strong communication and written skills

• The ability to multitask

• Working as part of a team as well as individually

• Willingness to learn

• The ability to follow correct procedures and quality standards

• Previous GMP experience in a pharmaceutical or other industry such as medical device, food etc. would be beneficial

In order to commence working with us, the successful candidate will have the right to work in the UK.

What we offer

As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:

• Personal and Professional Development:mentoring, leadership programs, LinkedIn Learning, internal seminar offerings

• Work-life Balance:Flexible work schedules

• Making an impact right from the start:Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform – even before joining

• Welcoming Culture:Mutual support, team-spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as coaching, agile working and businesswomen network

• Health & Well-Being: Wide section of health and well-being support such as healthcare plans and health assessment services

Benefits

Attractive Working Conditions:

• Well balanced shift pattern to cover 24 hour production schedule

• 20 days annual leave

• Free parking on site, easily accessible from the city centre and transport hubs

• Social Committee – With both free and subsidised social events

• Private Healthcare

• Pension Scheme

• Free onsite fitness classes

• Group Life Assurance

• Group Income Protection

• Free annual flu vaccinations

• Employee assistance programme for colleagues and their families

• One day per year given to be a ‘Helping Heart’ within your local community