Senior Scientist (f/m/d) - Immunomonitoring

Immunomonitoring

Would you like to be part of a newly formed and highly motivated and skilled Immunomonitoring team dedicated to developing and implementing (bio)analytical assays and using these assays for clinical sample analysis to monitor immune responses induced by Bavarian Nordic’s innovative new vaccine candidates? Then we are looking for you!

At Bavarian Nordic, we aspire to save and improve lives by developing innovative vaccines that unlock the immune system’s power. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines with a portfolio that includes rabies, tick‑borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and an upcoming chikungunya vaccine. We also have an equine encephalitis vaccine in Phase 2 and other life‑saving vaccines in early development.

Senior Scientist (f/m/d) – Immunomonitoring

You are an expert in immunological assays, experienced with GCLP compliance, and have worked with automated liquid handling systems. You work independently, are a team player, communicate well, and thrive in a global organization.

Your Role

• Daily management of vaccine immunogenicity testing using clinical trial samples, including assay monitoring, troubleshooting and CRO oversight of off‑site sample storage and shipments.
• Method development, optimisation and validation as required, in compliance with international guidelines.
• Responsible for automating plate‑based assays using liquid handlers (e.g. Biomek i7).
• Maintain and improve GCLP quality standards, preparing and reviewing technical and quality documents (SOPs, protocols, reports, change requests, deviation reports) and planning, executing and reporting equipment and software qualifications.
• Data analysis and interpretation of results; present and discuss results with the department and project teams.
• Collaboration with QA, regulatory and clinical departments and internal cross‑functional teams.
• Train, mentor and supervise technicians and research associates.

About You

• PhD in a bio/life science discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience in vaccine development, immunology or infectious diseases, preferably in industry.
• Experience in development, optimisation, qualification and/or validation of immunological assays compliant with international guidelines.
• Experience with clinical sample testing using immunological assays (ELISA, ELISpot, cell‑based assays, flow cytometry, multiplex technologies) and designing assays for automated systems.
• Experience working with external partners such as CROs.
• Knowledge of GCLP.
• Highly self‑motivated, organized, able to work independently and collaboratively, with excellent organisational and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Why join us?

• Be part of a life‑saving vaccine company dedicated to improving lives worldwide.
• Work in a highly motivated and talented international Immunomonitoring team.
• Opportunity for professional development within a dynamic company structure.

Caught your interest?

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Founded in 1994, we have +30 years of experience developing life‑saving vaccines. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines. Our commercial product portfolio includes market‑leading vaccines against rabies, tick‑borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and Ebola. We are headquartered in Denmark and have manufacturing, research and sales offices across Europe and North America. Our values – our Bavarian Nordic DNA – guide our actions every day. We act as persistent pioneers, embrace change, value being boosted by the team, and believe in protecting lives every day. If that is also part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic! Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.