Principal Scientist - Extractables & Leachables (E&L) (x|f|m)

Principal Scientist - Extractables & Leachables (E&L) (x|f|m)

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.

Growwithus - YourResponsibilities

• Define and executethestrategyoftheExtractables & Leachablestechnologyarea in alignmentwithProduct and Technology Roadmaps toinfluencebusinessdirection

• Drive theevolutionofscience-based and proactive E&L approaches, movingbeyondreactivecompliance and reducing experimental burdenthroughpredictivemethodologies

• Develop and advancemechanistic and data-driven E&L methodologies, includingpredictivemodels and integrationoftoxicologicaldataintorisk and safetyframeworks

• Evaluateemergingindustrytrends, regulatorydevelopments, and state-of-the-art technologiestoidentifyinnovationopportunities and guidescientificdirection

• Act as internal and external Key Opinion Leader, contributingtoindustryconsortia, regulatory initiatives, scientificpublications, and conferencepresentations

• Lead high-level technicaldiscussionswithcustomers and contributetoproductqualificationstrategies, ensuring strong customervaluecreation and differentiation

• Build and leverage internal and external networkswhilecoaching and mentoringscientists and ensuringknowledgetransferacrossteams and functions

What will convinceus

• PhD with at least 10 yearsofexperienceorMaster’sdegreewith at least 12 yearsofexperience

• Recognized global expert in Extractables & Leachables, materialsscience, or a relatedfieldwith a strong track record (e.g., publications, patents, presentations)

• Deep expertise in E&L science, polymer or material chemistry and/orbiopharmaceuticalprocesses, and toxicological and safetyassessmentconcepts

• Strong understandingof GMP and pharmaceuticalregulatoryrequirementsaswellasbiopharmamanufacturingprocesses and single-usesystemapplications

• Proven experience in modeling, data-drivenapproaches, or digital toolsaswellastheabilitytotranslatescienceintobusinessimpact

• Excellent communication and influencingskillsacross diverse stakeholderscombinedwith strong mentoring and relationship-building capabilities

• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-makingskills in complexenvironments and a high levelofautonomy and scientificcredibilit

• Fluent English languageskills; additional

Whatweoffer

As a growing global lifesciencecompany, stock listed on the MDAX, Sartorius offers a widerangeof 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. 
www.sartorius.com/careers