We are looking for a Principal Scientist – Extractables & Leachables (E&L) (x|f|m) or the PD Science and Testing FMTdepartment. The Principal Scientist (x|f|m) is a globally recognized technical expert responsible for shaping and executing Sartorius’ E&L strategy across products, services, and scientific positioning. The role combines deep scientific expertise, industry influence, and strategic leadership, bridging science, product development, regulatory expectations, and customer needs to sustain Sartorius’ leadership in E&L for single-use systems, drive innovation, and reduce experimental burden through predictive and mechanistic approaches.
Preferred location is Göttingen (Germany). Alternatively, this position can be based at other Sartorius sites across Europe, including: France, United Kingdom, Sweden, Spain.
Grow with us – Your Responsibilities
Define and execute the strategy of the Extractables & Leachables technology area in alignment with Product and Technology Roadmaps to influence business direction
Drive the evolution of science-based and proactive E&L approaches, moving beyond reactive compliance and reducing experimental burden through predictive methodologies
Develop and advance mechanistic and data-driven E&L methodologies, including predictive models and integration of toxicological data into risk and safety frameworks
Evaluate emerging industry trends, regulatory developments, and state-of-the-art technologies to identify innovation opportunities and guide scientific direction
Act as internal and external Key Opinion Leader, contributing to industry consortia, regulatory initiatives, scientific publications, and conference presentations
Lead high-level technical discussions with customers and contribute to product qualification strategies, ensuring strong customer value creation and differentiation
Build and leverage internal and external networks while coaching and mentoring scientists and ensuring knowledge transfer across teams and functions
What will convince us
PhD with at least 10 years of experience or Master’s degree with at least 12 years of experience
Recognized global expert in Extractables & Leachables, materials science, or a related field with a strong track record (e.g., publications, patents, presentations)
Deep expertise in E&L science, polymer or material chemistry and/or biopharmaceutical processes, and toxicological and safety assessment concepts
Strong understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements as well as biopharma manufacturing processes and single-use system applications
Proven experience in modeling, data-driven approaches, or digital tools as well as the ability to translate science into business impact
Excellent communication and influencing skills across diverse stakeholders combined with strong mentoring and relationship-building capabilities
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex environments and a high level of autonomy and scientific credibilit
Fluent English language skills; additional
What we offer
As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the MDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of Benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, internal seminar offerings, coaching for managers
Work life balance: Remote options, flextime, flexible work schedules, sabbaticals
Large, modern campus: Open office spaces, terraces, company restaurant with vegetarian and vegan options, cozy Italian bistro with ice cream sales, fitness studio and daycare center
Making an impact right from the start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform even before joining, Welcome Workshops, "buddy" as point of contact
Travel benefits: car leasing, bike leasing, large free parking garage, good bus connections
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, teamspirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics, such as coaching, agile working and business women network
We support diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people of all nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ages, disabilities and cultural backgrounds.
About Sartorius
Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.
Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
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