Microbiologist

Microbiologist for QC team

Do you want to play a key role in ensuring vaccines’ quality and safety and contribute to a significant impact in preventing people from infectious diseases? Then, keep reading, we might have the right job for you!

We are looking for a new colleague for our microbiological team in Kvistgaard, Denmark. In the role, you will contribute to the testing and release of vaccines against critical diseases. QC Microbiology is responsible for performing analyses of routine samples and validations of new products and equipment.

Boost our team
The QC Microbiology team is part of quality control (QC), which consists of 6 different teams and a total of 80 people. The QC Microbiology team performs analyzes such as bioburden, endotoxin test, TOC, ID analysis of microorganisms with MALDI-TOF, process simulation, handling of environmental samples and soon we will also perform test for sterility.

The team consists of 7 laboratory technicians, 5 microbiologists and a manager. Bavarian Nordic is growing, but we are still not bigger than for all scientists to learn every type of analysis conducted in our laboratory. This creates an excellent opportunity for learning and the chance to influence projects and analyses.

Your responsibilities
With us, you will be part of a workplace with a high pace and a wide variety of tasks e.g.:

• Approval of sample results
• Write deviations and change requests
• Write validation protocols and reports
• Support to the microbial laboratory with e.g. equipment or issues with analysis
• Troubleshooting for the production in relation to microbial issues

About you
Cooperation, energy, and a smile are at the top of our list, and we are looking for someone with the following profile:

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. as microbiologist, engineer, or similar education
• Whether you are experienced or newly graduated - the most important thing is the eagerness and motivation to learn
• Knowledge of GMP
• Experience with documentation requirements in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus
• You must be able to speak and understand fluent Danish, and be proficient in English

As our new QC Professional, you are systematic and structured in the way you work. You enjoy both routine tasks and complex new processes and issues. You thrive in a high-paced and agile environment.

Why should you choose us?
You will have the opportunity to be involved in a lot of exciting analyses and projects – no strict segregation in work duties at our place. Besides this you will:

• Become part of a collaborative and inclusive team
• Contribute to global health by manufacturing and developing life-saving vaccines
• Grow with Bavarian Nordic and develop professionally and personally
• Engage with diverse cultures and build global connections through your daily work

What do we offer?

• Attractive salary and other terms, including pension, health insurance, the possibility of a bonus, and other perks (canteen, fitness center membership discounts, etc.)
• Access to a vibrant staff club offering diverse and exciting events
• Use our EV charging stations at the site in Kvistgaard
• Benefit from the convenient bus route (70E) from Humlebæk Station directly to our facilities in Kvistgaard
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid role that combines on-site and remote work, depending on the tasks at hand

For us, it is all about improving and saving lives together
We are a fully integrated vaccine company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of life-saving vaccines, and one of the largest pure-play vaccine companies in the world. You will be part of a global team of more than +1600 dedicated employees with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, who are bound together by our commitment to protect lives every day.

Does that sound like something for you? Ready, set, apply!
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Simply click the "APPLY" and you will be redirected to our application form. We are conducting interviews on an ongoing basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We look forward to receiving your motivated CV, where you briefly explain your motivation for applying for this position. A cover letter is not required.

If you have any questions about the position, you are very welcome to contact the manager for QC Microbiology, Allan Simonsen by e-mail [email protected]. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

Join us and become part of a diverse team dedicated to making a difference together.

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 contains 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, as we like to call it – are what 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 a part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic! Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

https://www.bavarian-nordic.com/

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Location: Kvistgaard - Hejreskovvej 10A