Become part of a vital chain and contribute to our common goal of making people’s lives better. Octapharma is one of the largest human protein manufacturers in the world, developing and producing medicines sourced from human plasma and human cell lines. We are a privately-owned company, where the warmth of family meets the scale of a global organisation.

With over 1600 employees, the Octapharma site in Vienna is the largest production site, and successful research and development location.

Join us in shaping our vision to provide new health solutions advancing human life. 

Your main tasks and responsibilites

• Lead, mentor, and empower a high-performing team of scientists and lab technicians
• Drive, develop and oversee multiple tasks within the scientific life-cycle management of blood plasma products in the field of immunology
• Lead and scientifically guide process optimizations, process transfers, in-depth and root cause analyses of deviations, change requests, submissions and inquiries from authorities
• Manage, coordinate and continuously improve lab operations and organizational activities
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, curiosity, and scientific excellence
• Prepare, review and present reports, project updates, and scientific insights to both internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing Science & Technology, Operations, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Business Units and other R&D areas
• Contribute to department budget, strategy, structure and resources planning

Your expertise and ideal skill set

• Completed degree (PhD preferred) in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, (Bio-) Chemistry, or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, with focus on process development, product life-cycle management or GMP operations at industrial scale
• Proven leadership skills and strong enthusiasm for leading a team of scientists and technicians at different maturity levels
• Expertise in downstream processing, protein characterization, and/or product and process improvement, ideally within a plasma-derived product portfolio
• Solid understanding of GxP principles, laboratory methodologies, and regulatory processes
• Proficient in German and English (oral + written), MS Office 365, generative AI and statistical/data analyses
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with a proactive and result-driven mindset, as well as problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities

Your department - where you make an impact

• We, the Research & Development department, conduct preclinical and clinical research to develop new products and ensure their safe and effective use throughout their overall life-cycle. Our ultimate focus in our daily work is on increasing patient health and safety.

Thrive with us

• Company restaurant & meal subsidy 
• Training & further education 
• Health promotion 
• Parking spaces and good public transport connections  
• Company and team events 
  
  

Enjoy these attractive benefits! You can find all offers here: Benefits

The minimum gross salary according to the collective agreement (chemical industry) is EUR 4,686.11 based on 38 hours per week (full-time). As we strive to offer a salary that reflects your individual profile and qualifications, there is a willingness to pay above the minimum salary.  

It´s in our blood

We live diversity and stand for equal opportunities as an employer! We therefore look forward to receiving your application - regardless of age, gender, origin, sexual orientation, and religion.  

Do you have any questions? Then get in touch with your contact person. 

Mrs. Johanna Proksch

Octapharma Pharmazeutika Produktionsges.m.b.H. 

Oberlaaer Straße 235, 1100 Wien 

T: +43 (1) 610 32 - 4299

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