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The Senior Principal Scientist in Chromatography is responsible for scientific leadership in downstream purification. We are looking for a candidate with a strong application expertise in mAbs, Ab variants and other recombinant proteins, including process development expertise and biopharmaceutical manufacturing process understanding, with a deep understanding of chromatography fundamentals.

This position reports to the Director for the Start to Finish Department in RnD, which is part of the Resins & Technologies Business Unit located in Uppsala, Sweden and will be an on-site role. The Start to Finish team focuses on application for customers complete end to end processes and thought leadership.

What you will do:

• Support the organization as a chromatography Subject matter expert in Market Support and NPD projects.
• Actively work to identify and promote new business opportunities for Cytiva cross-functionally including but not limited to mAb (monoclonal antibody) and Ab (antibody) variants applications
• Drive innovation and strategy within the area of expertise.
• To take on responsibility as Project Manager for Research projects/Seed & Select activities if required
• Act as scientific/technology mentor for R&D personnel, not limited to the department.
• External visibility by presentations at external conferences and/or by publishing papers in scientific journals
• Actively contribute with product and customer expertise across the BioProcess organization
• Build and maintain an external network including biopharmaceutical companies, and initiate and lead external collaborations with customers and technology providers
• Build and maintain good knowledge of competitors and competing products/technologies

If you are seeking a challenging role where your expertise in downstream processes and technologies as well as biopharma development can make a significant impact, we invite you to join our application team at Resins & Technologies. Let’s shape the future together.

Who you are:

• PhD or equivalent experience
• At least 10 year experience of industrial development/R&D or scientific recognition
• At least 5 year experience as a Senior Scientist or equal
• High level external profile representing Bioprocess
• Proven record of scientific publications and/or IP
• Expertise in chromatography and protein purification with a deep understanding of chromatography fundamentals
• Strong communication skills
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills
• Executive presence, ability to communicate in a senior way with upper management
• Excellent English communication skills: Swedish is a plus

To be successful in this role, we believe you demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to convey ideas with clarity across all levels of the organization. You bring a thoughtful approach to supporting colleagues, sharing expertise and offering guidance when needed. With a strong executive presence, you engage effectively with senior leadership and contribute to strategic discussions.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• The Biopharma industry.

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.