Head (m/f/x) of Bioconjugation Research

Passion for Innovation. Compassion for Patients.

With over 120 years of experience and approximately 19,000 employees in more than 30 countries/regions, Daiichi Sankyo is dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering new standards of care that enrich the quality of life around the world.

In Europe, we focus on two areas: The goal of our Specialty Business is to protect people from cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in Europe, and help patients who suffer from it to enjoy every precious moment of life.

In Oncology, we are driving innovation in solid tumours and blood cancers, founded on breakthrough science from our own labs in Japan. We aspire to create better tomorrows for people living with cancer and their loved ones.

Our European headquarters are in Munich, Germany, and we have affiliates in 15 European countries and Canada.

For our development and production site in Pfaffenhofen/Ilm we are seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position:

Head (m/f/x) of Bioconjugation Research

Position

The Head of Bioconjugation will be in charge to lead the establishment of a new drug substance development and production unit for Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADC). This includes the establishment of a new bioconjugation process development laboratory as well as the construction of a GMP bioconjugation area as part of a new biotechnological development and production building at the Pfaffenhofen site.

Beyond supporting the construction activities, you will be responsible to lead the build-up of the future associated teams of scientists and operators. After completion of the project, you will take on responsibility as leader of the newly established area. This gives you the opportunity to significantly shape your future area of responsibility with the team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Establishment and management of the newly build bioconjugation process development laboratory for biotechnological active substances, in particular antibody-drug conjugates, with a focus on specific requirements for processes, premises, equipment, personnel requirements, but also regulatory aspects.
• Supervision of the implementation of the construction project for the GMP production suites (in alignment with the overall construction project).
• Recruitment, training, and technical management of the future scientific development staff as well as the GMP production team.
• Preparation and implementation of production and resource planning.
• Act within new building project as main technical contact for process related questions of the bioconjugation development and production suites.
• Cooperation with other departments such as Antibody production, Quality Management and Research & Development.
• Organisation and release of manufacturing instructions in the GMP regulated environment.
• Planning, commissioning, and controlling the use of external service providers.

Personal Skills and Professional Experience

• MSc in Biotechnology or comparable, with a strong background in process technology; PhD advantageous.
• Several years of management experience (team or group) in the field of biotechnological production in a pharmaceutical environment, with previous experience in ADC manufacturing or development is strongly preferred.
• Detailed GMP knowledge, especially in biotechnological active ingredient production (ADC).
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and hands-on experience in IND/IMPD submissions as well as associated inspections.
• Solid know-how of technical building requirements (HVAC, airlocks, etc.), and handling of high potent API.
• Experience in managing global project teams.
• Independent & goal-oriented working style, organisational skills, and high level of commitment.
• Very good knowledge of German and English.

Why work with us?

Working at Daiichi Sankyo is more than just a job – it is your chance to make a difference and change patients' lives for the better. We can only achieve this ambitious goal together. That is why we foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning, with a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity. Here, you will have the opportunity to grow, think boldly, and contribute your ideas. If you have a proactive mindset and passion for addressing the needs of patients, we eagerly await your application.

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What we offer

• Excellent Benefits
• Work-Life-Balance
• Growth and Development
• Health and Wellbeing Support