Senior Scientist – Formulation, Drug Product Development

Overview of role:

We are looking for an experienced and motivated formulation development scientist to join the Drug Product Development team at Alvotech, Reykjavik.

In this position, you will be a part of a team working on the development of liquid/lyophilized biologics (biosimilar) formulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform activities related to the development of liquid/lyophilized formulations (early- and late-stage development), selection of excipient raw materials and formulation characterization to ensure that a sufficiently robust formulation has been developed.
• Design, perform, and report formulation screening experiments, stability studies, biophysical characterization and other studies leading to the development of stable formulations according to Quality by Design (QbD) principles and internal policies.
• Work closely with the process development and material science teams within drug product development to ensure compatibility of the formulations with the manufacturing process (including lyophilization) and container closure systems.

Qualifications:

• MSc/PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, biotechnology, chemistry, pharmaceutical science or other related disciplines.
• 5+ years’ experience in biopharmaceutical development, including comprehensive knowledge of protein stability/biophysical characterization and biologics formulation development.
• We are looking for flexible, open-minded and motivated scientists that are excited about biopharmaceutical development, can challenge their work by innovative and creative solutions, and share our values of team spirit and team efforts.

What we offer:

• An inspiring challenge to work with great co-workers on ambitious projects that change people's lives.
• The chance to be a part of a global and fast-growing company.
• An international work culture that encourages diversity, collaboration and inclusion.
• Positive, flexible, and innovative work environment.
• Support for personal growth and internal career development.
• Company social events and milestone celebrations.
• Excellent in-house canteen and coffee house.
• Exercise and wellbeing support for full-time employees.
• On-site shower facility.
• Transportation grant towards eco-friendly modes of travel for full-time employees.
• Internet at home for full-time employees.

Why Alvotech

At Alvotech, we are passionate about improving lives by increasing access to affordable biologics. We’re purpose-driven and committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment that encourages curiosity, ingenuity and simplicity. We want our employees to feel inspired in their careers, challenged by interesting and meaningful work and empowered to succeed in an agile environment.

True to our Icelandic roots, we also believe that integrity, gender equality, and fairness are foundational. We strive to bring together the brightest minds regardless of backgrounds and beliefs, to deliver to our partners and patients around the world. Let’s create a healthier world together, through affordable biologic medicines.