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We are always looking for talented and motivated people to help us disrupt the way life science processes are developed. This is how we contribute to build a better world.

We help obtaining innovative molecules, shortening development times, minimizing the environmental impact.

You are skilled and passionate ? You want to join a dynamic growing company?
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Downstream Process Modelling Expert

About Ypso-Facto

Ypso-Facto is a company dedicated to the development and optimization of chemical and biochemical processes in the biopharmaceutical industry. We offer a unique combination of consulting services and advanced software solutions, leveraging mechanistic modelling to tackle the complex challenges of this demanding sector. Since our founding in 2014, we have successfully collaborated with industry leaders such as Sanofi, GSK, and Roche, and we are recognized as a leader in chromatographic process modelling and simulation.

We are currently looking for an experienced professional to strengthen our team of downstream processing (DSP) experts.

About the Role

As a DSP Modelling Expert, you will be responsible for solving complex DSP challenges faced by Ypso-Facto’s clients. Your focus will include chromatographic separations and membrane processes (such as ultrafiltration/diafiltration and virus filtration) for the purification of biologics, peptides, and oligonucleotides.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Understanding customer DSP needs and demonstrating how Ypso-Facto’s expertise and digital solutions can address them.
  • Proposing robust technical strategies to overcome these challenges in line with client process goals.
  • Defining appropriate experimental plan to allow the determination of mechansitic model parameters
  • Leading or contributing to the calibration and validation of mechanistic models based on available customer data.
  • Applying simulation tools to support process development, optimization, and scale-up. Writing scientific reports and presenting them to clients.
  • Collaborating closely with internal teams, including business development managers and software developers, to ensure high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Your Profile

Education
  • PhD in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
  • Hands-on experience in downstream process modelling, using mechanistic or hybrid approaches.
  • Previous experience in the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry is a strong asset.
  • Laboratory experience in DSP unit operations is a strong asset.
Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in dynamic simulation tools.
  • Expertise in model calibration, parameter estimation, and sensitivity analysis.
  • In-depth understanding of chromatography and membrane processes.
Soft Skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Customer-oriented mindset with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
  • Ability to build trust and long-term relationships with clients and collaborators.
Languages
  • Bilingual proficiency in English is required.
  • Knowledge of French or German is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

  • Join an innovative company at the intersection of science, technology, and business, working to build more efficient and sustainable bioprocesses through digital innovation.
  • Take part in meaningful projects with leading biopharma and biotech companies across the globe.
  • Be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that values scientific excellence, creativity, and continuous learning.
  • Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment in a growing company with real impact.

If you're ready to take on the challenge and be part of our expansion in the DACH region, we’d love to hear from you!

careers@ypso-facto.com

3 reasons to join Ypso-Facto

1. Diversity and inclusion

  • We draw our strength from the diversity of origins, experiences and cultures of our teams.
  • We aspire to create a multicultural and inclusive work environment by collaborating with employees with different way of thinking.
    Because we embrace differences, we innovate each day by confronting each other’s ideas.
Recruitment: join Ypso Facto
Recruitment: join Ypso Facto

2. Ambition and growth

  • We believe that we can build a better world by improving the way molecules are produced.
  • We work on different projects with diverse, international and recognised organisations.
  • Every day, we push our limits to meet our customers’ needs. We thrive on working collectively on challenging projects.

3. Improve the quality of life

  • We contribute to preserve the environment by decreasing raw materials and energy consumption for producing the molecules that people need.
  • Our expertise allows to improve human health through the development of innovative processes that create new drugs.
  • We are helping companies to evolve towards efficient digitalisation and make the most of process simulation.
Recruitment: join Ypso Facto

Ypso-Facto is a service company helping industrial firms to develop, optimize and secure their chemical processes and bioprocesses.

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  • Address: 19 avenue Foch
    54000 NANCY - FRANCE
  • LU +352 20 21 39 14
    FR +33(0) 355 961 650
  • contact@ypso-facto.com
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