At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.
Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.
Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!
The Role
As a Research Associate for Documentation within the Documentation Group, you will play a crucial role in supporting the CMC Product Development department. Your primary responsibility will involve writing scientifically sound source documents related to CMC development. Specifically, you will focus on downstream process development and the associated protocols and reporting. These documents may serve as essential source documentation for assay transfer to contract manufacturing organizations and global regulatory submissions (IND, CTA, BLA, etc.).
In this role, you will work closely with researchers and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure clear, accurate, and high-quality documentation across projects. You will proactively organize, collaborate, and communicate with the many contributors involved in the development lifecycle. A strong technical scientific background and familiarity with antibody development, particularly downstream processing, will enable you to translate complex scientific work into structured, well-crafted technical reports.
Above all, you have a genuine interest in scientific writing and a keen eye for detail, combined with the ability to work independently while maintaining close alignment with project teams.
Are you looking for a role where you can contribute meaningfully to ongoing CMC development activities? Genmab may offer you a focused opportunity to contribute to and gain experience in documentation supporting ongoing CMC development activities.
This is a temporary 9-month position covering a long-term leave of absence. Extension of the contract is not expected but remains at the discretion of the company’s direction and departmental needs at that time.
Responsibilities
As a Research Associate for Documentation, you will contribute significantly to our documentation efforts surrounding the development of groundbreaking antibody products:
Writing high-quality reports and concise summaries of CMC data, which will be instrumental source documents for regulatory filings (IND, CTA, BLA, etc.)
Participating in a cross-functional team of CMC writers, supporting the project teams to deliver projects and generate results
Contribution of innovative ideas for process streamlining and optimization.
Serving as a sparring partner for the expertise teams and demonstrating strong analytical skills
Requirements
A Bachelor’s or Master’s in biochemistry, biotechnology, cell biology or related academic discipline, combined with a strong talent for writing scientific documents.
An independent and proactive personality that takes the initiative, enjoys collaborative teamwork, and inspires others with your passion.
An interest for and expertise in the writing of regulatory documentation.
Relevant experience in biologic/antibody development according to regulatory guidelines is preferred.
A detail- and quality-focused mindset.
The ability to balance several projects in parallel and prioritize appropriately.
A desire to work in an agile, fast-paced, and collaborative organization.
Good communication skills in English (Genmab’s primary language).
Relocation support is not available due to the temporary nature of this role.
Intended Recruitment Timeline
Application deadline: Monday 16 March (end of day).
Shortlisting: week of 16 March.
Virtual screenings: week of 23 March.
1st & 2nd round onsite interviews: week of 30 March / 6 April.
Intended start date: 1 May or 1 June.
About You
You are genuinely passionate about our purpose
You bring precision and excellence to all that you do
You believe in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving
You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds
You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team
You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative
You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)
You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so!
Locations
Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.
About Genmab
Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines.
Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.
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