September 14th 2020
Ncardia is an established, globally operating, stem cell-based drug discovery & cell therapy company. At Ncardia, we believe that stem technology will help get better therapies to patients faster. The company is a supportive and trusted partner for scientists operating within the human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) drug discovery and cell therapy fields, and in particular, in the cardiovascular and neurology space. Ncardia develops, produces and commercializes hiPSC based solutions. Our offerings range from concept development to pre-clinical studies, including custom manufacturing of a range of cell types, as well as discovery services such as disease modelling, screening, and safety assays. Manufacturing process development expertise supports the development of cell therapy products. We are an enthusiastic, skilled, and committed international team in which everyone has the opportunity to make a decisive contribution. Within our manufacturing technology team in Gosselies (Belgium) there is a position immediately available for a Process Engineer, who will report to the Director Manufacturing Technology. Our internal culture statement promotes Ncardia as an ambitious company expecting from its employees a positive attitude, transparent behavior, respectful communication, with integrity as the most important value.
As a process engineer in Stem Cell Process Development team, your key responsibilities will be in developing cGMP compliant suspension-based and/or adherent culture systems manufacturing processes and in process validation.
In this role you will focus on the automation and scale-up of bio-processes for manufacturing products from pluripotent stem cells to include but not limited to immunotherapy, CAR-T, and NK cells. You'll also provide technical expertise in cGMP cell manufacturing including bioreactors, cell washing and concentration technologies, and fill/finish operations.
As a major part of the job responsibility includes hands on processes development, the preferred candidate is a highly motivated researcher with desire to work in a laboratory-focused role.
You will join an international and dedicated group of scientists, project leaders and laboratory technicians. We have expertise in bioprocess development, stem cell biology, quality system compliance and cell based assays and truly believe that stem cell therapies will make a difference in the lives of patients suffering from chronic diseases. If this awakens your interest, please apply and support us to achieve our mission in bringing better therapies to patients faster.
Tasks and Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Required experience
o Process development as a member of product/process development teams.
o Pluripotent stem cells and/or differentiation
o Immuno-biology, immuno-therapy, and related manufacturing techniques
o Various cell and molecular techniques including flow cytometry, Q-RT-PCR, fluorescence microscopy, and high content imaging
Required skills
Job Location:Gosselies
Position type:Full time
Start Date:Immediately
Offer: We offer a challenging position in a dynamic biotech company with room for personal growth and development. Depending on your education and experience, we provide an appropriate salary.
Interested?
For questions or further information about this vacancy, please contact Naàlia Marinho (naalia.marinho@ncardia.com).
Send your motivation letter with curriculum vitae by September 30 to: careers@ncardia.com