Biochemical Engineer, Fermentation

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Biochemical Engineer, Fermentation

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For our office in Hørsholm, we are looking for a

Biochemical Engineer - Fermentation
We are looking for a Biochemical Engineer with expertise in upstream fermentation and process scale-up to play a pivotal role in bridging laboratory innovation with large-scale manufacturing. In this role, you will ensure that microbial fermentation processes developed in R&D are successfully scaled and implemented at external CDMO/CMO partners, enabling robust, commercially viable production.

This position offers the opportunity to work across internal R&D teams and external partners, providing both technical depth and cross-functional collaboration. You will be responsible for preparing and executing technology transfer, troubleshooting challenges during scale-up, and supporting readiness for commercial manufacturing.

This is a hands-on, impact-driven role where your expertise in upstream fermentation and process scale-up will directly shape how we bring products to market.

What you'll do with us:
Process Scale-Up & Technology Transfer

  • Apply bioprocess engineering principles (e.g., kLa, mixing time, P/V) to translate lab-scale processes into scalable, robust operations.

  • Lead the scale-up of microbial upstream processes from 1–10 L laboratory systems to 200–2000 L+ manufacturing scales.

  • Build robust tech transfer packages with process descriptions, risk assessments, and fit-for-purpose evaluations.


Collaboration with C(D)MO Partners

  • Serve as the technical point of contact for CDMO/CMO partners during tech transfer and production campaigns.

  • Review and align on protocols, provide troubleshooting support, and ensure process fidelity throughout scale-up and production runs.

  • Represent the company on-site and remotely to keep scale-up activities running smoothly.


Process Characterization & Documentation

  • Design and execute process characterization studies, including DoE-based optimization, to define CPPs and acceptable ranges.

  • Prepare and review technical documentation such as development reports, risk assessments, and deviation justifications.

  • Contribute regulatory and quality documentation to support pre-commercial and commercial readiness.


Your qualification & attributes:

  • MSc or PhD in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related discipline.

  • Demonstrated experience in bioprocess development and scale-up, ideally including first-time technology transfer to manufacturing.

  • Hands-on experience with microbial bioreactor systems (1 L–30 L) and process scale-up to 100 L–2000 L+.

  • Proficiency in preparing technical transfer documentation (TTPs, risk assessments, deviation reports).

  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for upstream fermentation processes.

  • Experience with data analysis and process modeling tools is an advantage.

  • Excellent technical communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to work across functions and organizations.

  • High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.


Are you ready to make an impact?
If you are passionate about making a difference and share our values of diversity, collaboration, and quality, we encourage you to submit your application today. We eagerly await hearing from you!

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