Scientist position in Analytical Development within therapeutic antibodies

Symphogen, the Antibody Center of Excellence within the Servier Group, is dedicated to developing antibody-based therapeutic products for treating cancer and neuroinflammatory diseases. Our Analytical Development department comprises 25 scientists and technicians and plays a crucial role in advancing our targets through lead selection, clinical development, and commercialization.

The vacant position is a 3-year temporary position in the Analytical Chemistry team, where we are seeking a candidate with experience within protein analysis to support method development, troubleshooting, process development, validation, stability studies, and more. As a Scientist in the Analytical Chemistry team, you will be a key player in an interdisciplinary project team.

Your main responsibilities will be within testing of samples from across our research and development programs in support of lead selection, process development as well as providing support for stability studies and formulation development. You will participate actively in development of analytical methods for testing of antibodies and presenting high-quality analytical data and interpretation hereof to facilitate science-driven decisions within the team and in cross-functional collaboration with colleagues from other departments in Symphogen, Servier and at CMOs. You will also be a key player within the analytical support team, where you will continuously contribute to innovate and advance our analytical capabilities and workflows in close collaboration with team scientists and technicians.

This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dedicated scientific team working in an innovative and important area within therapeutic antibodies. For us to support our broad range of projects and responsibilities we run a state-of-the-art laboratory equipped to handle all aspects of protein testing, using (U)HPLCs, iCIEF, CE-SDS, MS, MFI, CD, ELISA, DSC, DLS, and MALS.

The ideal candidate for this position has

• A scientific background within biochemistry, engineering or similar.
• 2-3 years of experience in protein chemistry and analysis.
• Profound experience with HPLC and/or CE.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as SEC, CIEX, RPC, HIC, and HILIC.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in general.
• Familiarity with other protein analysis techniques like MS or biophysical methods

As a person, you are self-driven, pragmatic, and capable of working effectively in teams. A commitment to your work, a scientific curiosity, a proactive attitude, and a sense of humor are also essential qualities.

 We offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications, and flexible working hours
• Strong cross functional teamwork, room for individual performance and development, and passionate, inspiring, and fun colleagues

Working at Symphogen

Symphogen offers a challenging job in a creative, goal-oriented, and value-based environment with a meaningful mission: to advance superior next-generation antibody therapeutics to improve patients’ lives. You will be part of a highly engaged and inspiring organization that values diversity, teamwork, and commitment. We offer good development opportunities and a relevant benefits package.

Duration: This is a 3-year temporary position.

Expected start date as soon as possible.

Traveling: Limited, up to ten days per year.

For further information about the position, please contact Team Manager Christian Glue at +45 2194 7517 (cglu@symphogen.com) or Senior HR Manager, Pia Holm Olesen at +45 4526 5050.

If you are interested in applying for the position, please mark your application and CV with “Scientist, Analytical Chemistry” and send it to job@symphogen.com no later than February 26th, 2025. Potential candidates will be invited for interviews as they apply, and we reserve the right to close the posting before the deadline.

Learn more at https://www.symphogen.com

We look forward to hearing from you!