Sr Manufacturing Scientist

Whether it's the unique breadth of our integrated offering that covers Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology products; or our commitment to recognizing and rewarding people for the contribution they make - working here isn't like anywhere else.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

We’re now looking for a passionate and driven Senior Manufacturing Scientist – Aseptic Processing to join our Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team in Uppsala and play a critical role in ensuring the robustness, compliance, and continuous improvement of our aseptic manufacturing processes.

In this role, you will be a key technical expert for aseptic processing, driving contamination control strategies, leading media fill programs, supporting complex investigations, and helping shape the future of sterile manufacturing at one of the world's leading dermatology companies.

At Galderma, we’re not just offering a job — we’re inviting you to be part of something bigger.

About Galderma

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

Job Description

As a Senior Manufacturing Scientist-Aseptic Process, you will serve as a subject matter expert for aseptic manufacturing processes and contamination control. You will provide scientific and technical leadership across critical aseptic operations.

You will work cross-functionally to support routine operations, troubleshoot complex process challenges, lead investigations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. A key part of the role will be leading the site's media fill program, supporting contamination control strategies, and ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory expectations, including EU GMP Annex 1 and global health authority requirements.

Key Responsibilities

As the technical expert for aseptic manufacturing, you will provide scientific oversight and support aseptic manufacturing operations, including compounding, filtration, and filling processes.

You will lead and drive the site's media fill or Aseptic process simulation (APS) program, including design, execution, evaluation, and reporting, ensuring timely investigation and implementation of effective CAPAs to strengthen sterility assurance.

You will lead and support the Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) by performing scientific risk assessments and ensuring alignment across facility design, HVAC, environmental monitoring, cleaning and disinfection, and aseptic practices.

You will lead and support complex deviation investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA activities related to aseptic processes.

In addition, you will design and evaluate smoke studies to verify airflow performance and first-air protection.

As a trusted SME, you will collaborate extensively with cross-functional stakeholders and support audits, inspections, technology transfers, process improvements, and implementation of new manufacturing technologies.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

You hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field. In addition, you bring several years of experience working within a biopharmaceutical or highly regulated manufacturing environment.

You have strong expertise in aseptic processing, contamination control, media fills, and GMP-regulated manufacturing operations. You are comfortable leading investigations, performing risk assessments, and solving complex manufacturing challenges.

To be successful in this role, you should also possess:
• Strong knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes, contamination control, and sterility assurance principles.
• Experience working with EU GMP, Annex 1 requirements, and regulatory expectations for sterile manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading deviation investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA implementation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration abilities across multiple functions.
• The ability to independently manage complex projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, process optimization, automation, validation activities, or technology implementation projects will be considered highly advantageous.

Why Join Galderma in Uppsala?

Our site in Uppsala is Galderma’s Global Center of Excellence for Aesthetics — home to over 800 professionals working across R&D, manufacturing, clinical development, and commercial functions. Here, cutting-edge science meets world-class manufacturing, creating an environment where innovation moves rapidly from concept to patient impact.

As a Senior Manufacturing Scientist – Aseptic Process, you will have a unique opportunity to influence critical manufacturing processes, contribute to regulatory excellence, and play a direct role in delivering high-quality products to patients around the world. You will join a collaborative and highly skilled team where your expertise will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your contributions will make a tangible difference.

What We Offer

• Career development & learning opportunities
• Attractive benefits and bonus models
• Innovative projects
• Global & inclusive culture
• Strong team spirit & engagement
• Work-life balance & wellbeing

Are You the One We’re Looking For?

We are looking for a curious, proactive, and scientifically minded professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and driving improvements in highly regulated manufacturing environments.

You are comfortable taking ownership, influencing stakeholders, and navigating complex situations while maintaining a strong focus on compliance and continuous improvement.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.