Johnson & Johnson AG
Post-Doctoral Scientist Emerging Technologies
📍 Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Role and responsibilities
Scientific lead and execution of hands-on laboratory work to design, build, and test continuous drug product manufacturing concepts for biologics. Design and run lab-scale experiments to develop continuous manufacturing processes; Generate and analyze data on critical quality attributes (CQAs) and process performance; Implement and evaluate Process Analytical Technology (PAT) for real-time monitoring and control; Advance process understanding using data-driven (DOE, chemometrics) or mechanistic approaches; Translate lab findings into proof-of-principle (PoP) and proof-of-concept (PoC) packages; Partner with R&D;, MSAT, Quality, and Digital teams to advance technologies toward GMP readiness and shape technology and control strategies; Contribute to intellectual property generation, including potential patents and publications, as well as documentation standards and innovation strategy.
Team / description
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Qualifications and Skills
PhD in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field (0–2 years post-PhD preferred)
Strong hands-on lab experience in biopharmaceutical development, analytical sciences, or related technologies
Experience in one or more of the following: Biologics drug product development or formulation; Continuous manufacturing or process intensification; Process Analytical Technology (PAT) or analytical development; Process engineering and control; Proven ability to design experiments and translate data into insights, with the ability to communicate complex scientific topics clearly to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.