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Principal Scientist – Extractables, Leachables (E&L)
Location
Germany
Posted
4 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Principal Scientist – Extractables, Leachables (E&L)
Sartorius
• 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
Job 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
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