Teamlead Bioassay - Quality Control (f/m/d)

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice.

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

Responsibilities

The position as QC Bioassay Manager is responsible for leading a team of seven employees within the Quality Control department of AGC Biologics Heidelberg. This role entails the management and oversight of analytical testing of Bioassay Methods for Proteins and Nucleic Acids, including PCR, ELISA, Endotoxin, UV/VIS spectroscopy, and compendial methods (EP/USP/JP) under GMP as well as oversight and management of CAPEX projects for the Bioassay sector. Furthermore, it includes all aspects of personnel leadership, such as employee development, performance management, and resource planning. 

Education/Training:

PhD or Master’s degree, or an equivalent qualification (e.g., Diplom or Staatsexamen), in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a comparable field with at least 5 years of professional experience in an industrial, GMP-regulated environment (ICH/FDA/EMA), preferably in the bioassay field (ELISA, PCR, electrophoresis)

Experience/Knowledge:

• Experience in personnel management and team organization
• Experience with TrackWise Digital and LIMS is an advantage
• Knowledge of protein and DNA analytics, e.g., PCR, ELISA, UV/VIS spectroscopy, endotoxin, and compendial methods according to EP/USP/JP
• Ability to work in a team, a sense of responsibility, and quality awareness are required
• Knowledge of project management
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Fluency in German and English is required
• Proficiency in MS Office

We offer:

• A modern work environment with exciting tasks in a future-oriented industry
• Teamwork within an intercultural and international environment, with short communication channels across borders
• A corporate culture shaped by openness and mutual respect
• Regular company events, capital-forming benefits, a public transport ticket (Jobticket), bike leasing (JobRad), employer subsidies for lunch via Lunch-it, and a modern time tracking system with flexitime account

Weitere Informationen

AGC Biologics GmbH
Czernyring 22
69115 Heidelberg

Phone: 06221 / 9026-0
www.agcbio.com