As a Downstream Process Engineer you are responsible for technology transfer, initial process validation and process control strategy definition for introduction of new products and processes at manufacturing scale
You identificate process improvements to increase yield or process robustness
You generate a supportive data package leading to implementation at manufacturing scale
You support and safeguard existing production processes by data trending and monitoring
You generate scientific / technical study protocols and reports in support of significant changes, product impact assessments upon significant deviations in the production process
You provide technical advice to questions of other departments
Requirements
PhD or master in Life Sciences, with relevant experience of minimum 3 or 7 years, respectively, in process development or MSAT-like functions
Specific experience in protein purification (on lab- and / or manufacturing scale, experience with growing mammalian cells in bioreactors is a plus
Since all writing is in English and given the international context, fluent in writing and talking in English and Dutch
Flexible and a strong communicator, who is able to connect, go in discussion and find compromise with people in other departments or sites
Excellent analytical and problem-solving mindset, are accurate with the necessary eye for detail
Familiar with various statistical and data trending techniques