Principal Scientist – Extractables, Leachables (E&L)

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Sartorius

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10,000+ employees

Sartorius is a leading international partner of life sciences research and biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

📋 Description

• Define and execute the strategy of the Extractables & Leachables technology area in alignment with Product and Technology Roadmaps to influence business direction • Drive the evolution of science-based and proactive E&L approaches, moving beyond reactive compliance and reducing experimental burden through predictive methodologies • Develop and advance mechanistic and data-driven E&L methodologies, including predictive models and integration of toxicological data into risk and safety frameworks • Evaluate emerging industry trends, regulatory developments, and state-of-the-art technologies to identify innovation opportunities and guide scientific direction • Act as internal and external Key Opinion Leader, contributing to industry consortia, regulatory initiatives, scientific publications, and conference presentations • Lead high-level technical discussions with customers and contribute to product qualification strategies, ensuring strong customer value creation and differentiation • Build and leverage internal and external networks while coaching and mentoring scientists and ensuring knowledge transfer across teams and functions

🎯 Requirements

• PhD with at least 10 years of experience or Master’s degree with at least 12 years of experience • Recognized global expert in Extractables & Leachables, materials science, or a related field with a strong track record (e.g., publications, patents, presentations) • Deep expertise in E&L science, polymer or material chemistry and/or biopharmaceutical processes, and toxicological and safety assessment concepts • Strong understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements as well as biopharma manufacturing processes and single-use system applications • Proven experience in modeling, data-driven approaches, or digital tools as well as the ability to translate science into business impact • Excellent communication and influencing skills across diverse stakeholders combined with strong mentoring and relationship-building capabilities • Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex environments and a high level of autonomy and scientific credibility • Fluent English language skills; additional language skills are a plus.

🏖️ Benefits

• Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, internal seminar offerings, coaching for managers • Work life balance: Remote options, flextime, flexible work schedules, sabbaticals • Large, modern campus: Open office spaces, terraces, company restaurant with vegetarian and vegan options, cozy Italian bistro with ice cream sales, fitness studio and daycare center • Making an impact right from the start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform even before joining, Welcome Workshops, "buddy" as point of contact • Travel benefits: car leasing, bike leasing, large free parking garage, good bus connections • Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, teamspirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics, such as coaching, agile working and business women network