Wien Scientist (mwd) R&D Product & Process Development Temporary

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Become part of a vital chain and contribute to our common goal of making people’s lives better. Octapharma is one of the largest human protein manufacturers in the world, developing and producing medicines sourced from human plasma and human cell lines. We are a privately-owned company, where the warmth of family meets the scale of a global organisation. With over 1700 employees, the Octapharma site in Vienna is the largest production site, and successful research and development location. This position is temporary until 29.02.2028 . Your main tasks and responsibilities Development and optimization of production processes for the manufacture of blood plasma proteins for medical applications Establishment and application of analytical test methods for process and product characterization Close collaboration with external partners (e.g., CROs, universities) and internal interfaces (Production, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs) Planning, execution, evaluation, and GMP-compliant documentation of laboratory experiments Support for scientific inquiries and regulatory and customer-related questions Preparation of technical and scientific documents (instructions, study reports, publications) and presentation of results Technical guidance and supervision of laboratory technicians Your expertise and ideal skill set Completed degree in natural science, such as chemistry, pharmacy, or biochemistry (Master or PhD) Knowledge in protein purification and the development of analytical methods Familiarity with (radioactive) labelling of proteins is an advantage Professional experience in the blood plasma or diagnostic industry is a plus Strong communication and project management skills, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability High level of commitment, perseverance and a structured way of working Confident use of Microsoft 365 and ideally electronic laboratory systems (e.g., LIMS) Fluent in German and highly proficient in English, both spoken and written Your department - where you make an impact As part of R&D Plasma, you will contribute to preclinical research aimed at developing plasma-derived products and ensuring their safe and effective use. Our team translates scientific findings into robust, manufacturable and well-characterized processes. Working at the interface of science and technology, you will collaborate closely with colleagues from project management, analytics, regulatory affairs, quality, manufacturing, and other functions to address complex scientific and technical challenges.Through your expertise and commitment, you will help advance novel medicinal products, ensuring a continuous improvement that support patient health and safety. Thrive with us Company restaurant & meal subsidy Training & further education Health promotion Parking spaces and good public transport connections Company and team events Enjoy these attractive benefits! You can find all offers here: Benefits The minimum gross salary according to the collective agreement (chemical industry) is EUR 4.355,55 based on 38 hours per week (full-time). As we strive to offer a salary that reflects your individual profile and qualifications, there is a willingness to pay above the minimum salary. It´s in our blood We live diversity and stand for equal opportunities as an employer! We therefore look forward to receiving your application - regardless of age, gender, origin, sexual orientation, and religion. Do you have any questions? Then get in touch with your contact person. Johanna Proksch, MA Octapharma Pharmazeutika Produktionsges.m.b.H. Oberlaaer Straße 235, 1100 Wien T: +43 (1) 610 32 - 4299 Want to find out more about us? Visit our website Octapharma Career and follow us daily on LinkedIn . About Octapharma Octapharma is one of the largest human protein manufacturers in the world, developing and producing human proteins from human plasma and human cell lines. We employ more than 11,000 people worldwide to support the treatment of patients in 120 countries with products across three therapeutic areas: Immunotherapy, Haematology and Critical Care. With seven R&D sites and five state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Austria, France, Germany, and Sweden, Octapharma also operates over 200 plasma donation centres across Europe and the US. With four decades of experience, we are committed to advancing patient care worldwide. Apply now » Find similar jobs: Global Website Data Privacy Statement Cookie Consent Manager Legal Statement Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. © 2026 Octapharma AG Cookie Consent Manager When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer. 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