Raziskovalec MS&T - Upstream (d/ž/m) / Scientist MS&T - Upstream (d/f/m)

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Prihodnost je v naših rokah. / The future is ours to shape.

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Vas navdušuje razvoj in optimizacija upstream bioprocesov ter uvajanje novih tehnologij v proizvodnjo bioloških zdravil? Kot Raziskovalec MS&T - Upstream boste z načrtovanjem znanstvenih eksperimentov, analizo podatkov in podporo tehnološkim prenosom pomembno prispevali k razvoju robustnih proizvodnih procesov. Ob tem boste sodelovali pri vzpostavljanju novega proizvodnega obrata in soustvarjali prihodnost proizvodnje bioloških zdravil.

Vaše ključne odgovornosti:

• Oblikovanje, načrtovanje, izvajanje in interpretacija znanstvenih upstream poskusov v podporo strategijam in ciljem področja MS&T.
• Načrtovanje, izvajanje in dokumentiranje eksperimentov za potrebe procesnih prenosov, optimizacij procesov, validacij in odpravljanja težav v proizvodnem procesu.
• Razvoj, vrednotenje in uvajanje novih tehnologij ter laboratorijskih metod za izboljšanje učinkovitosti, robustnosti in zmogljivosti procesov.
• Zagotavljanje strokovne podpore za upstream procese pri proizvodnji monoklonskih protiteles ter podpora aktivnostim tehnološkega prenosa iz laboratorijskega v industrijsko merilo.
• Načrtovanje in izvajanje poskusov v laboratorijskem in pilotnem merilu ter kultivacija sesalskih celičnih kultur v različnih bioreaktorskih sistemih.
• Analiza podatkov, priprava strokovnih poročil ter predstavitev rezultatov v podporo sprejemanju odločitev in izvajanju projektnih aktivnosti.
• Zagotavljanje strokovne podpore pri raziskavah temeljnih vzrokov odstopanj, OOS in OOT dogodkov z načrtovanjem poskusov, analizo podatkov in interpretacijo rezultatov.
• Sodelovanje pri vzpostavitvi novega proizvodnega obrata, validacijskih aktivnostih ter pobudah proizvodne odličnosti in procesnih izboljšav.

Vaš prispevek k delovnemu mestu:

• Univerzitetna diploma, magisterij ali doktorat s področja biotehnologije, biologije, farmacije ali druge ustrezne naravoslovne smeri.

• Zaželeno je vsaj 3 leta delovnih izkušenj na področju proizvodnje, MS&T, tehničnega razvoja ali kakovosti.
• Poglobljeno znanstveno in tehnično znanje s področja proizvodnje bioloških zdravil in upstream bioprocesov.
• Praktične izkušnje z aseptičnim delom, kultivacijo sesalskih celičnih kultur ter delom z bioreaktorskimi sistemi različnih meril.
• Izkušnje z načrtovanjem, izvajanjem in interpretacijo znanstvenih eksperimentov ter razumevanje procesnih prenosov, validacijskih aktivnosti in tehnoloških prenosov v reguliranem okolju.
• Proaktiven pristop, usmerjenost k iskanju rešitev ter navdušenje nad inovacijami in nenehnimi izboljšavami.
• Sposobnost učinkovitega dela v dinamičnem in hitro spreminjajočem se okolju ter upravljanja več prioritet hkrati.
• Odlične komunikacijske in sodelovalne veščine, sposobnost učinkovitega dela v interdisciplinarnih timih ter aktivno znanje angleškega jezika.

Kaj nudimo:

Lokacija dela: Lendava

Vrsta pogodbe: pogodba za določen čas s 6-mesečnim poskusnim obdobjem

Predvideni tedenski delovni čas: 40 ur

Plačni razpon (letna bruto plača): 28.880 – 43.320 EUR*

*Plača v Sandozu temelji na nivoju delovnega mesta, kvalifikacijah, specifičnih veščinah in znanjih ter delovnih izkušnjah. Visoko usposobljeni kandidati so običajno umeščeni okoli mediane plačnega razpona, manj izkušeni na spodnji del razpona, kandidati z izrazito močnimi ali nišnimi kompetencami pa višje. Pri umeščanju v plačni razpon upoštevamo tudi notranjo uravnoteženost plač in zunanje tržne podatke.

Naš paket ugodnosti dodatno vključuje:

• Letni bonus (STI): odstotek letne plače.

• Regres za letni dopust: leta 2026 je znašal 2.450,00 EUR (neto).

• Božičnica: leta 2025 je znašala 2.100 EUR (bruto).

• OurShare: Vsako leto bo zaposleni v družbi Lek d.d. upravičen do prejema delnic družbe Sandoz AG.

• Prostovoljno dodatno pokojninsko zavarovanje: družba Lek d.d. v celoti krije mesečni prispevek za dodatno pokojninsko zavarovanje v višini 5,844 % vaše mesečne bruto plače (zgornja zneskovna omejitev je 3.224,18 EUR letno).
• Kolektivno življenjsko in nezgodno zavarovanje (kritje velja 24/7).

• Hibridno delovno okolje, ki omogoča fleksibilnost in možnost dela na daljavo.

Ste pripravljeni na naslednji korak v karieri?
Prijavo z življenjepisom v angleškem in slovenskem jeziku lahko oddate najpozneje do 8. november 2026.

 

Zakaj Sandoz?

Sandoz je vodilni svetovni proizvajalec generičnih in podobnih bioloških zdravil – segmenta zdravstvene industrije, ki zagotavlja 80 % vseh zdravil na svetu po 30-odstotni ceni ter s tem vpliva na življenja več kot milijarde ljudi v več kot 100 državah. Čeprav smo ponosni na svoje dosežke, si prizadevamo narediti še več, da bi vsakdo imel dostop do temeljne človekove pravice – pravice do dobrega zdravja.

Z naložbami v nove razvojne zmogljivosti, proizvodne lokacije, nove pridobitve in partnerstva imamo priložnost oblikovati prihodnost Sandoza ter še večjemu številu ljudi omogočiti trajnostni dostop do cenovno ugodnih in visokokakovostnih zdravil.

Naš zagon temelji na odprti kulturi sodelovanja, katere srce so naši talentirani in ambiciozni sodelavci in sodelavke. V okolju, kjer so raznoliki načini razmišljanja dobrodošli in kjer se podpira osebna rast, imajo v zameno za uporabo svojih znanj možnost v celoti izkusiti delo v agilnem in povezovalnem okolju ter razvijati svojo uspešno kariero. 

Pridružite se nam in nam pomagajte povečati pravičnost in hitrost zdravstvenega varstva.

Prihodnost je v naših rokah.

Predani smo raznolikosti in vključenosti:

Zavzemamo se za raznolikost, enake možnosti in vključenost. Prizadevamo si za oblikovanje raznolikih timov, saj ti predstavljajo naše bolnike in skupnosti, ki jih oskrbujemo.

 

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Are you passionate about upstream bioprocess development and the implementation of innovative technologies in biologics manufacturing? As a Scientist MS&T - Upstream, you will play a key role in designing scientific studies, generating data-driven insights and supporting technology transfer activities that enable robust manufacturing processes. You will also contribute to the establishment of a new manufacturing facility and help shape the future of biologics production.

Your key responsibilities:

• Design, plan, execute and interpret scientific upstream experiments that support MS&T (Manufacturing Science & Technology) strategies and objectives.
• Design, execute and document experiments related to process transfer, process optimization, process validation and troubleshooting activities.
• Take scientific ownership of assigned project activities and contribute to their successful execution in line with business objectives.
• Develop, evaluate and implement new technologies, laboratory methods and techniques to improve process performance, robustness and manufacturing efficiency.
• Act as a subject matter expert for upstream processes supporting monoclonal antibody manufacturing and technology transfer activities.
• Design and conduct laboratory- and pilot-scale studies, including mammalian cell culture across different bioreactor operating scales.
• Analyse scientific data, prepare technical reports and present results to support decision-making, root cause investigations and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Support technology transfer, validation activities and the establishment of a new manufacturing facility while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, internal procedures and business objectives. Share expertise across teams and contribute to knowledge transfer and continuous improvement.

What you will bring to the role:

• Master's degree (MSc) or PhD in Biotechnology, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or another relevant field within the natural sciences.
• At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T), technical development, or quality is preferred.
• Strong scientific and technical expertise in biologics manufacturing processes and upstream bioprocessing.
• Hands-on experience with aseptic techniques, mammalian cell culture and bioreactor operations across different scales.
• Experience in designing, executing and interpreting scientific studies, with an understanding of process transfer, validation and technology transfer activities in a regulated environment.
• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, and fluency in English.

What we offer:

Job location: Lendava

Contract type: temporary contract with 6-month probation period

Expected weekly working hours: 40

Pay range (annual gross salary): € 28.880 – € 43.320*

*Salary at Sandoz is based on job level, qualifications, specific skills, and work experience. Fully proficient candidates are usually placed around the market median, less experienced candidates lower in the range, and those with strong or niche expertise higher. When determining placement within the range, we also consider internal pay equity and external market data.

Our compensation package additionally includes:

• Annual bonus (STI): percentage of annual salary

• Vacation allowance: in 2026 it was €2.450,00 net

• Christmas bonus: in 2025 it was €2,100 gross

• OurShare: every year, an employee of Lek d.d. will be entitled to receive shares of Sandoz AG

• Voluntary Additional Pension Scheme: The company fully covers the contribution for your supplementary pension plan, amounting to 5.844% of your gross salary
• Collective life and accident insurance (24/7 coverage)

• A hybrid work environment offering flexibility and remote work possibilities

Ready for your next career move?
You are kindly invited to submit your application in English and Slovene, including a CV, by November 8th 2026.

 

Why Sandoz?

Sandoz is the global leader in Biosimilar and Generic medicines, a segment of the healthcare industry that delivers 80% of the world’s medicines at 30% of the cost, touching the lives of more than 1 billion people across 100+ countries! While we are proud of our achievements, we have the ambition to do more so that everyone can benefit from the basic human right of good health.

With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape a sustainable future for Sandoz and to help even more people gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines.

Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues who, in return for applying their skills, experience an agile and collegiate environment where diversity of thought is welcomed and where personal growth is supported! 

Join us in helping to make healthcare fairer and faster.

The future is ours to shape.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and to forming diverse teams that are representative of the patients and communities we serve. 

  

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About Us

Our Purpose here at Sandoz is pioneering access for patients. As the global leader in 'off-patent' high quality medicines, we are able to make medicine more affordable and accessible.

Our broad global portfolio comprises of approximately 1,300 quality biosimilar and generic medicines, enabling us to provide more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries per year, and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!

Powered by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for dedication and skills, experience a flexible, collaborative & inclusive culture where diversity of thought is welcomed and where personal growth is nurtured!