Diamyd Medical develops precision medicine therapies for Type 1 Diabetes. Diamyd® is an antigen-specific immunotherapy for the preservation of endogenous insulin production. DIAGNODE-3, a confirmatory Phase III trial is actively recruiting patients with recent-onset Type 1 Diabetes in eight European countries and has started in the US. A biomanufacturing facility is being set up in Umeå for the manufacture of recombinant GAD65, the active ingredient in the antigen-specific immunotherapy Diamyd®.

We are looking for an experienced Cultivation Specialist/Scientist with deep subject matter expertise in eukaryotic cell culture to advance the cultivation process. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with bioreactor cultivation and a strong background in optimizing protein expression in eukaryotic cells. This role involves designing and executing experiments to enhance the biological manufacturing processes. You will belong to the process development department.

Key responsibilities:

  • Laboratory work such as development work for the Upstream process
  • Documentation, establishment and revision of SOPs, methods etc.
  • Compile, check and report results
  • Hold instrument responsibility
  • Participate in deviation investigations
  • Participate in the improvement work within the upstream lab
  • Planning of own work according to given priorities and time frames

Qualifications:

  • BSc/MSc in Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering or a related field
  • Subject matter expertise in eukaryotic cell culture. A good track record of aseptic work with suspension and/or adherent cell culture and experience with optimization of protein expression in eukaryotic cells
  • Experience with eukaryotic cell cultivation in bioreactors is required
  • General laboratory techniques such as: protein purification (chromatography, TFF) and analysis (SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, ELISA, HPLC, qPCR, flow cytometry)
  • Experience working within cGMP guidance and any applicable regulations is considered a plus
  • Ability to work independently, set goals, and achieve results
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to details, good time management skills and self-motivated
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

If you’re an expert in eukaryotic cell culture and bioreactor cultivation, ready to drive innovation in biological manufacturing, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact. Don’t miss the chance to apply and take your career to the next level!

Please apply through haegercarlsson.com

Questions are answered by:

Lena Sörskog +46(0)70-692 45 70, lena@haegercarlsson.com,

Anna Freese +46(0)76-174 7581, anna.f@haegercarlsson.com