R&D Senior Scientist - Biopharmaceuticals

About NanoformNanoform is an innovative drug particle engineering and nanotechnology company listed on the Premier-segment of Nasdaq First North Growth Market in Helsinki and Stockholm. Nanoform works together with pharma and biotech partners globally to reduce attrition in clinical trials and enhance their molecules’ formulation performance through its nanoforming services. Leveraging our in-house developed AI engine Starmap® we can also predict which customer molecules show most promise for our technology. Nanoform’s capabilities include GMP manufacturing, and its services span the small to large molecule development space with a focus on solving key issues in drug solubility and bioavailability and on enabling novel drug delivery applications.Our headquarters, laboratories, and manufacturing units are in Helsinki. Currently 175 people of 34 different nationalities work at Nanoform. We focus on quality, are transparent in our actions, cooperate professionally, and have high ethical standards.R&D Senior Scientist - BiopharmaceuticalsWe are now seeking an experienced Senior Scientist who shares our ambition to develop break-through products for nanoparticles to join our Bio-team in the R&D unit. The position is fulltime, and it is focused on the characterization and development of biological nanoparticles but also to support the transition from R&D to GMP readiness. The position includes laboratory work. The Senior Scientist reports to the Bio-team leader. The location for the job is in our facilities in Helsinki, Finland.You will be responsible forDesigning and developing biopharmaceuticals and processes for drug products for R&D purposesPlanning, coordinating and ensuring timely execution of realistic protocols and reports for feasibility work following current Good Manufacturing Practices and company standardsEvaluating product testing results and provide next steps for continued developmentPreparation and delivery of reports, SOPs, and technical presentations for both internal and external partiesParticipating in relevant meetings/teleconferences with clientsCollaborating within cross-functional teams to ensure products are developed to targeted consumer preferences on time and agreed-upon cost targetsManaging multiple development projects in a timely mannerStaying current with recent advances and trends in the drug delivery technology and regulatory policiesProviding support to the Drug Product R&D unit and QCOther duties as assignedIdeal experience Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is a prerequisiteDemonstrated skill in developing biopharmaceuticalsExperience of Good Laboratory PracticesExperience with nanoparticlesExperience with the analytical characterization of large molecule formulationsKnowledge of protein and nucleic acid chemistry, degradation pathways, and stabilization techniquesKnowledge of regulatory documentation, in particular ICH pharmaceutical guidelinesExperience with various delivery routes and manufacturing processesA high degree of professionalism, ethics and integrityKnowledge in the application of QbD concept in design, execution, and interpretation of product and process development experimentsFamiliarity with Intellectual Property (IP)Experience with Good Manufacturing PracticesExperience in supervising peopleRequired DegreePhD degree in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related fieldAt least ten years of relevant industry experiencePersonal qualities we are looking forExcellent laboratory skills and experience working with biological compoundsStrong organizational skills, skillful experiment planning and attention to detailSafe and productive work mindsetExcellent problem-solving skillsYou can work in a high-pressure environmentStrong ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in an interdisciplinary and evolving environmentGood presentation and written/verbal communication skillsHandling multiple projects and priorities at the same time in a timely mannerGood teamwork skills, contributing to a good working environmentWhat we offer to youA great team to join with skilled and highly motivated colleaguesEncouraging and forward-looking team spiritPossibility to take responsibility and grow your competenciesChance to be a part of a team that invents world-class solutions for the medical/healthcare industryOpportunity to utilize your skills and competencies widely as we continuously create something newPossibility to be part of a unique fast-growing company in pharma industryWe like challenges and want everyone to enjoy solving them together!If you have any questions, please contact the Bio-team leader Maria Lume (maria.lume@nanoform.com).Please send your CV and application letter to us latest by 10 November 2025. We will process the applications as they come and fill the position as soon as we find the right candidate.