Technical Specialist – External Manufacturing (Vaccine Fill-Finish)

At Bavarian Nordic, our External Manufacturing (ExtMfg) team plays a vital role in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality vaccines to patients worldwide. Working closely with a global network of contract manufacturing partners (CMOs), we ensure that every product meets the highest technical and regulatory standards. 

We are seeking a Technical Specialist in Vaccine Manufacturing to strengthen this mission. In this role, you will bring deep technical expertise to oversee vial filling, prefilled syringe operations, and final drug product assembly at our external partners, contributing directly to the consistency, safety, and quality of our vaccine supply. 

The position is based in either Kvistgaard, Denmark, or Martinsried, Germany.

You will operate at the intersection of technical operations, quality, and cross-functional collaboration, partnering with internal stakeholders and external CMOs to troubleshoot challenges, enhance process robustness, and drive operational excellence across the network. 

As part of External Manufacturing, you will act as a technical authority, ensuring robust, compliant, and efficient fill–finish and assembly operations—ultimately supporting our commitment to protecting global public health. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide technical oversight of vial filling and prefilled syringe (PFS) operations at CMOs, ensuring compliance with BN standards, GMP, and industry best practices  

• Review and approve batch records, deviations, and change controls to maintain consistent product quality and process reliability  

• Assess CMO readiness, including equipment qualification, aseptic performance, and process capability across routine manufacturing and tech transfers  

• Drive troubleshooting, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives within fill–finish and assembly operations  

• Act as the primary technical interface with CMOs, collaborating cross-functionally to support audits, inspections, and seamless execution  

You will work closely with Quality, Supply Chain, Process Development, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure external manufacturing activities meet the highest standards of compliance, efficiency, and product integrity. 

Qualifications 

• Degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field, with experience in sterile manufacturing, biologics, or vaccine fill–finish operations  

• Solid expertise in aseptic processing, cleanroom environments, and GMP compliance  

• Hands-on experience with vial filling, prefilled syringe (PFS) systems, and automated assembly lines, including visual inspection  

• Strong knowledge of deviation handling, root cause analysis, and process validation  

• Ability to interpret technical documentation, equipment specifications, and regulatory requirements  

You bring strong communication and stakeholder management skills, enabling you to influence external partners effectively. With a structured, analytical mindset, you navigate complex challenges and collaborate across functions in a dynamic, global setting. 

Why Join Bavarian Nordic’s External Manufacturing Team  

You will be part of a mission driven organization dedicated to protecting global health through innovative vaccines. In ExtMfg, your expertise directly strengthens BN’s supply chain resilience and ensures that high quality products reach patients around the world.

This is a role with both technical depth and strategic impact — perfect for someone who wants to make a tangible difference.  

You are a natural influencer and thrive in taking lead in planning and organizing a project team to ensure important information is shared with key stakeholders and the deadlines are met.  

Ready to make a difference? Apply now! 

Apply by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button. We are interviewing on an ongoing basis and look forward to receiving your CV. A cover letter is not required. 

Applications submitted via email will not be considered. We kindly request that headhunters or recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this position. 

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