Introduction to Ardena

As a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), Ardena partners with pharmaceutical companies of all sizes—from emerging biotech to global industry leaders—united by the mission to help biopharma innovators navigate drug development with precision, quality, and speed, bringing their molecules from discovery to the clinic and market. Our fully integrated services span drug substance and drug product development, manufacturing, nanomedicine, clinical logistics, bioanalytical services, state research, fill & finish, and CMC regulatory support.

With a rapidly growing international footprint, Ardena is home to over 750 professionals across six strategic locations—Belgium (Ghent), the Netherlands (Oss and Assen), Sweden (Södertälje), Spain (Pamplona), and Somerset, New Jersey (the US). Our open and transparent culture is built on collaboration, ownership, and innovation, guided by our We CARE values. We foster a communicative environment where mutual respect, accountability, and excellence empower our team.

We are looking for skilled and motivated professionals eager to grow their careers in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Whether you’re an experienced expert or just starting out, Ardena provides a dynamic workplace where you can contribute to meaningful drug development projects, expand your knowledge, and be part of a global team committed to making a difference. As an international organization, we help you navigate a career path that expands your possibilities beyond borders, opening doors to personal and professional growth without limits. Your potential to grow is limitless with us.

If you are ready to take on new opportunities, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to the future of medicine, Ardena is the place for you.
 

For the Ardena Business Unit based in Södertälje, we are looking for an Analytical Chemist in the role as Scientist Quality Control for a temporary position (6 months) with the possibility of extension.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Analytical Chemist in Quality Control

YOUR ROLE

As a Scientist in Quality Control, you will play a pivotal role in Analytical Sciences, ensuring execution of projects in compliance with Ardena´s manufacturing capabilities and regulations. You will work closely with analytical development and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality solutions that align with Ardena’s mission.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will be working as a team member in the quality control team with GMP related deliveries and problem solving.
• You will perform and review analyses by HPLC/UPLC, GC, IR and Karl-Fisher.
• You will perform deviation investigations, write and implement change controls and CAPAs.
• You will write and review GMP documentation such as SOP:s.
• You will perform quality control of raw materials, intermediates and end products.
• You will issue Certificate of Analysis for non-GMP and GMP materials.
• You will perform out of specification investigations and writing analytical errors.
• You will be responsible to assure delivery against project timelines.
• You will collaborate with customers and other colleagues from R&D, manufacturing, quality control and quality assurance as to advance projects through development.
  
• You will be responsible to assure delivery against project timelines.
  

YOUR PROFILE 

• You have a university degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology or similar.
• You have at least 2 years of previous experience from work in a cGMP environment, including writing and reviewing GMP documentation.
• You have experience from work with chromatography.
• Previous experience from reviewing GMP documentation is a merit.
• You feel comfortable in a dynamic and changing environment.
• You are a proactive person and like to learn and develop yourself.
• You are flexible, a problem solver and a team player.
• You have an analytical mindset, and you can handle multiple projects at the same time.
• You have good communication skills and are fluent in English (written as well as spoken)                                                                                                                              

 WHAT WE OFFER

At Ardena, we recognize that our people drive our success. We offer:

• A true learning environment where you will have the ability to grow your skills
• An attractive wellness allowance
• Flexible working hours
• A dynamic, international work environment with nice colleagues and caring culture
• A chance to contribute to groundbreaking drug development projects that make a real impact

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application no later than the 23^rd of April 2025.

Ready to start your career path with Ardena? Click the application button and join us in shaping the future of drug development!

Only candidates eligible to work in the EU will be considered for the position. Unfortunately, given the high volume of applications we receive for our vacancies, these professionals (not entitled to work in the European Union) will not be given a status update. Agency calls will not be appreciated.