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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Bioprocess Engineer to join our dynamic team and drive innovation in the development, optimization, and scale-up of biological production processes. As a Bioprocess Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and improving processes that utilize living cells or their components to manufacture products such as pharmaceuticals, biofuels, food ingredients, and specialty chemicals. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including scientists, production staff, and quality assurance professionals, to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant operations. Your responsibilities will include process development, equipment selection, troubleshooting, data analysis, and technology transfer from laboratory to pilot and commercial scales. You will also be responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical engineering, biotechnology, or a related field, with hands-on experience in bioprocessing, fermentation, cell culture, or downstream processing. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. If you are passionate about advancing bioprocess technology and making a tangible impact in the life sciences, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and scale up fermentation, cell culture, and purification processes
- Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to ensure process efficiency
- Troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions
- Analyze process data and prepare technical reports
- Select and specify bioprocess equipment and instrumentation
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Participate in technology transfer from lab to pilot and commercial scale
- Support process validation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging bioprocess technologies
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field
- Experience in bioprocessing, fermentation, or cell culture
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with GMP and regulatory requirements
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Proficiency in process modeling and data analysis tools
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Experience with process scale-up and technology transfer is a plus
- Knowledge of bioprocess equipment and automation systems
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with fermentation or cell culture processes?
- Describe a challenging bioprocess problem you solved.
- How do you ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards?
- What bioprocess modeling or data analysis tools have you used?
- Have you participated in technology transfer or process scale-up?
- How do you stay updated on industry trends and new technologies?
- Describe your experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
- What steps do you take to troubleshoot process deviations?
- How do you prioritize multiple projects and deadlines?
- What motivates you to work in bioprocess engineering?
