Senior Principal Scientist Chromatography

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The Senior Principal Scientist in Chromatography is responsible for scientific leadership in downstream purification. We are looking for a candidate with a strong application expertise in mAbs, Ab variants and other recombinant proteins, including process development expertise and biopharmaceutical manufacturing process understanding, with a deep understanding of chromatography fundamentals.

This position reports to the Director for the Start to Finish Department in RnD, which is part of the Resins & Technologies Business Unit located in Uppsala, Sweden and will be an on-site role. The Start to Finish team focuses on application for customers complete end to end processes and thought leadership.

What you will do:

Support the organization as a chromatography Subject matter expert in Market Support and NPD projects.

Actively work to identify and promote new business opportunities for Cytiva cross-functionally including but not limited to mAb (monoclonal antibody) and Ab (antibody) variants applications

Drive innovation and strategy within the area of expertise.

To take on responsibility as Project Manager for Research projects/Seed & Select activities if required

Act as scientific/technology mentor for R&D personnel, not limited to the department.

External visibility by presentations at external conferences and/or by publishing papers in scientific journals

Actively contribute with product and customer expertise across the BioProcess organization

Build and maintain an external network including biopharmaceutical companies, and initiate and lead external collaborations with customers and technology providers

Build and maintain good knowledge of competitors and competing products/technologies

If you are seeking a challenging role where your expertise in downstream processes and technologies as well as biopharma development can make a significant impact, we invite you to join our application team at Resins & Technologies. Let’s shape the future together.

Who you are

PhD or equivalent experience

At least 10 year experience of industrial development/R&D or scientific recognition

At least 5 year experience as a Senior Scientist or equal

High level external profile representing Bioprocess

Proven record of scientific publications and/or IP

Expertise in chromatography and protein purification with a deep understanding of chromatography fundamentals

Strong communication skills

Strong coaching and mentoring skills

Executive presence, ability to communicate in a senior way with upper management

Excellent English communication skills: Swedish is a plus

To be successful in this role, we believe you demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to convey ideas with clarity across all levels of the organization. You bring a thoughtful approach to supporting colleagues, sharing expertise and offering guidance when needed. With a strong executive presence, you engage effectively with senior leadership and contribute to strategic discussions.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

The Biopharma industry.

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