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Catalent

DEU-Dusseldorf, Germany

R&D Project Leader / Senior Scientist (m/f/d).

SENIOR LEVEL
The Langenfeld site focuses on the development of novel cell therapies based on pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells). iPS cells are generated in our in-house GMP facility and subjected to stringent quality controls. New GMP development processes aim to enable controlled gene editing of iPS cells as well as their differentiation for innovative cell replacement and cancer therapies.Located between Cologne and Düsseldorf, Langenfeld offers a high quality of life and excellent transport connections within one of Germany’s most attractive metropolitan regions. To strengthen our Research & Development team, we are looking for an engaged R&D Project Leader / Senior Scientist (m/f/d) at the earliest possible date. Your Responsibilities Project Leadership & Scientific Responsibility Lead publicly funded research and development projects, including scientific, organizational, and administrative accountability Prepare project plans, grant applications, and scientific reports Present project results to clients, project partners, and stakeholders Provide scientific guidance and mentoring to students and project team members Research & Development Develop and optimize methods for targeted genetic modification of iPS cells Advance differentiation processes for cell therapy applications Develop and optimize analytical methods in collaboration with Quality Control Execute client projects and manufacture cell products under R&D conditions Organize and support daily R&D laboratory operations Prepare scientific publications and presentations GMP Implementation & Quality Transfer iPSC-based workflows into GMP-compliant processes Author SOPs, manufacturing instructions, and testing procedures Support risk assessments, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls Participate in investigations of quality events and laboratory deviations Conduct GMP training sessions and contribute to the Quality Management System (QMS) Your Profile PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Medicine, or a related life science discipline Strong knowledge of developmental biology and pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) biology Proven experience in targeted genetic modification of pluripotent stem cells Several years of hands-on experience with iPS cells, particularly in directed differentiation Demonstrated experience in independent project management Leadership and/or organizational experience Scientific excellence demonstrated through first-author publications Structured, responsible, and results-oriented working style Strong teamwork and communication skills Experience in a GMP-regulated environment and/or the field of cell therapy is an advantage Excellent communication skills in an international environment Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken German language skills What We Offer A key role in an innovative and rapidly growing field of biotechnology The opportunity to actively shape and advance cutting-edge gene-editing and stem cell technologies Participation in internationally recognized research and development projects Interdisciplinary collaboration with experts from Research, GMP Manufacturing, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance An attractive location in the Cologne-Düsseldorf metropolitan area with high quality of life and excellent transport links Personal and professional development opportunities in a dynamic, science-driven environment Your Opportunity In this position, you will play a central role in the establishment and further development of our gene-editing platform as well as in leading strategic research programs in the field of iPSC-based cell therapies. You will actively shape the scientific future of our site and contribute to making innovative therapies available to patients worldwide. Catalent bietet Möglichkeiten, Ihre Karriere voranzutreiben! Werden Sie Teil des globalen Marktführers in der Entwicklung von Darreichungsformen von Medikamenten und helfen Sie uns, Patienten auf der ganzen Welt über 7.000 lebensrettende und lebensverbessernde Produkte anzubieten. Catalent ist ein spannendes und wachsendes internationales Unternehmen, dessen Mitarbeiter direkt mit Pharma-, Biopharma- und Consumer-Health-Unternehmen jeder Größe zusammenarbeiten, um neue Medikamente von der frühen Entwicklung über klinische Studien bis hin zur Marktreife zuentwickeln. Catalent produziert mehr als 70 Milliarden Dosen pro Jahr und jede davon wird von jemandem verwendet, der auf uns zählt. Machen Sie mit uns den Unterschied. Persönliche Initiative. dynamisches Tempo. Bedeutungsvolle Arbeit. Besuchen Sie, Catalent Careers um Karrieremöglichkeiten zu entdecken. Catalent ist ein Arbeitgeber für Chancengleichheit und diskriminiert nicht aufgrund von Merkmalen, die durch lokale Gesetze geschützt sind. Wenn Sie aufgrund einer Behinderung für einen Teil des Bewerbungs- oder Einstellungsverfahrens angemessene Vorkehrungen benötigen, können Sie Ihre Anfrage per E-Mail senden und Ihre Anfrage nach einer Unterkunft bestätigen und die Stellennummer, den Titel und den Standort an [email protected] angeben. Diese Option ist Personen vorbehalten, die aufgrund einer Behinderung eine Unterkunft benötigen. Die erhaltenen Informationen werden von einem US-amerikanischen Catalent-Mitarbeiter verarbeitet und dann an einen lokalen Personalvermittler weitergeleitet, der Unterstützung bietet, um eine angemessene Berücksichtigung im Bewerbungs- oder Einstellungsverfahren sicherzustellen. Hinweis für Vertreter von Agenturen und Personalberatungen Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) akzeptiert keine unaufgefordert eingesandten Lebensläufe von Agenturen und/oder Personalberatungen für diese Stellenausschreibung. Lebensläufe, die einem Catalent-Mitarbeiter von einer Drittagentur und/oder einer Personalberatung ohne gültige schriftliche und unterzeichnete Beauftragung vorgelegt werden, gehen in das alleinige Eigentum von Catalent über. Es wird keine Gebühr gezahlt, wenn ein Kandidat für diese Position aufgrund einer unaufgeforderten Empfehlung einer Agentur oder einer Suchfirma eingestellt wird. Vielen Dank. Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.
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5 Nov, 2026
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