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At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

QIAGEN DNA Synthesis AB in Sweden, has produced high quality synthetic DNA for diagnostic purposes for more than 30 years. We are situated in Västerås and have around 100 employees. We apply the medical device directives, ISO13485 (EU) and 21CFR820 (USA) and our production is carried out in accordance with GMP.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a Development Engineer to join our Technology Development & Process Excellence (TD/PE) team at QIAGEN DNA Synthesis (QDS) in Västerås. As a team we have a broad set of skills. Together we are developing methods, techniques and processes to ensure an optimised, best in class production to provide premium quality oligonucleotides to our customers.

Your tasks

• Contribute to the development and improvement of methods and processes for production of oligonucleotides.
• Plan, conduct and evaluate product development projects related to oligonucleotide synthesis processes.
• Establish project overviews, estimate a time-plan for the assigned development and communicate development research progress continuously to relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with deviation and CAPA investigations, supporting QA throughout the entire process.
• Provide support to our oligo synthesis production facility on site.

Your profile

We are looking for someone whose drive and mindset match their skills - someone who sees challenges as opportunities. Work can be fast paced, so we’re looking for someone who brings energy, ownership and a growth mentality to both TD/PE and QDS.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in subject areas related to Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biopharmaceuticals or equivalent.
• An advanced ability to communicate in verbal and written formats in both English and Swedish.
• A deep theoretical and practical knowledge of chemical oligonucleotide production, from synthesis to purification.
• Ability to write, review and follow SOPs related to oligonucleotide synthesis, as well as writing and reviewing electronic lab journals.
• Experience of working with ABI, Äkta and other liquid chromatography methods, with an ability to review analytical data output e.g. MS and HPLC/UPLC.
• Experience of working to ISO9001, ISO13485 and/or cGMP standards would be advantageous.
• Experience of working with process improvement initiatives would be advantageous.