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The Chemistry and Raw Materials team at Cytiva is responsible for monitoring and characterizing raw materials used in cell culture media. We are a cross functional team that provides technical support for Cytiva quality teams, MSAT, product engineering, R&D, sourcing, planning, and product management. We also regularly present at conferences and develop material for Cytiva commercial teams.

A Lead Scientist in the Chemistry and Raw Materials team will further the raw material characterization of materials used in cell culture media. They will maintain analytical instruments and develop methods for analyzing the critical quality attributes of raw materials. They will also be responsible for training and mentoring other scientists.

What you’ll do:

• Develop methods for and perform analytical testing on raw materials

• Apply scientific understanding to plan and execute investigations of raw material questions or problems

• Provide raw material technical support for other teams within Cytiva

• Prepare and present both oral and written presentations for internal and external audiences

Who you are:

• PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field; or MS in a related field with 2+ years of experience in industry; or BS in a related field with 4+ years of experience in industry

• Experience using equipment like HPLC, UHPLC, LC-MS, ICP-MS, QToF etc.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and German.

It would be a plus if you also had:

• Experience analyzing large data sets using coding (Python, R, etc.) and bioinformatic tools

• Experience using analytical instrument software (Empower, Masshunter, etc.)

• Knowledge of good manufacturing processes

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. The annual salary range for this role is approximately 70.000 euros gross per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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