Senior Scientist Analytical Characterization (d/f/m)

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us, the future is ours to shape!

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute higher order structure (HOS) analytical methods within the biophysical characterization lab.
• Present HOS data in line function and matrix meetings.
• Prepare development reports and SOPs, coordinate method transfers.
• Present analytical results, interpret and discuss them with project experts.
• Support project‑specific matrix teams in development of analytical strategies and in preparation of high‑quality, registration documents.

Essential Requirements

• Master’s degree in relevant natural science such as molecular and cell biology, biochemistry or biotechnology with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical industry or a PhD.
• Proven expert in HOS methods like AUC, CD‑, FTIR‑, Fluorescence spectroscopy or DSF.
• 2 years of hands‑on experience in HOS analytics is a must. The role is lab‑based; we are looking for an experienced operator.
• Work and documentation experience under GxP conditions is beneficial.
• Familiarity with common data analysis software packages like SigmaPlot or Origin is a plus.
• Fluency in oral and written English and German is necessary.
• The job will be based in Holzkirchen and requires presence on site (in the lab) for most of the days.

You’ll Receive

• Access to Coursera and other learning platforms with more than 200,000 learning videos and 5,000+ courses.
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Holiday allowance.
• Additional rewards for special occasions (e.g., service length awards, marriage celebration, etc.).
• Company pension schemes and capital formation benefits.
• Parental leave.
• Other offerings, such as bike leasing.

Generic and biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024. While we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more! With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low‑cost, high‑quality medicines, sustainably.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. Hiring decisions are only based on the qualification for the position, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age and disability. The law provides for severely disabled/equal applicants the opportunity to involve the local representative body for disabled employees (SBV) in the application process. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.