Company description

AFRY offers services in engineering, design, digitalization and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has a global reach with deep roots in the Nordics. Together, we are accelerating the transition to a more sustainable society.  

Job description

At AFRY, we believe in the power of diversity and collaboration. We share ideas and knowledge, challenge and support each other to develop further. We understand the importance of flexibility and a good work-life balance.

Are you an engineer with experience in Life Science and working in an industrial or lab environment and ready for the next step in your career?

We are a dedicated team that helps our clients develop the products, processes and methods of the future for the Life Science industry. Our assignments vary from development to production. We work both together in larger Life Science projects and in individual consulting assignments. You work primarily with colleagues who have their expertise in biotechnology and chemistry. Our customers appreciate our expertise in the Life Science industry and entrust us with interesting assignments in molecular biology, cell cultivation, protein purification, analysis and method development, etc.

As a consultant with us, you will mainly focus on:

• Molecular biology techniques
• Cell cultivation
• Protein purification
• Downstream and protein analysis
• Method development.

Subsequently, it can of course be expanded with other interesting areas. As a Life Science engineer, you work broadly and the focus areas can vary depending on the assignment. We are looking for employees in Uppsala, but regular commuting to Stockholm (or in Mälardalen) may occur.

Qualifications

We are looking for you who have a theoretical foundation combined with a great interest in working with creative problem solving. For example, it may involve working practically with laboratory tasks or with instrument and production equipment.

 We also see that you can check the following competencies/experience:

• You are a graduate or university engineer in chemistry, biology or biotechnology (or equivalent relevant technical-scientific education).
• You have at least 3 years of relevant experience in the Life Science industry, e.g. in industrial research and development, cell culture, molecular biology techniques, protein purification or method development.
• You have good experience in analytical methods such as SDS-PAGE, ELISA, Western Blot, PCR.
• You have experience in lab and/or production environment.
• Very good knowledge of Swedish and fluent English, both in writing and speech.

Additional experience:

• You have experience of GMP and/or ISO.
• Experience of regulated activities and experience of documenting results and other work according to routines and regulations.
• B driving license.

To thrive in the role, you need to be driven, self-motivated and have an easy time communicating with others. You have the ability to collaborate and work in project form. You are structured, analytical and have the ability to take into account the whole without losing focus on the delivery. You appreciate variety in work tasks and adapting to change comes naturally.

Last but not least, you value team work highly, just like us!

Further information

Sounds like an exciting next step. Apply today!

The deadline for applications is April 27, 2025. But keep in mind that we work with ongoing recruitment, which means that the role can be filled before the deadline. 

We do not accept applications via e-mail. We do not accept direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies and sellers of additional job ads.

Contact for questions:

Filip Wirén
Section Manager
filip.wiren@afry.com

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, innovate and embrace creative solutions, that's how we create the future. We are constantly looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive teams around the world. Join us and accelerate the green transition