c-LEcta GmbH | Germany | 04xxx Leipzig | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 24.04.2026 on stepstone.de
Technology Transfer Manager in Biotechnology (m/f/d)
Do you want to play a key role in the transfer of innovative biotechnological processes from development to successful production? In this cross-functional position, you actively shape technology transfer projects and work closely with interdisciplinary teams across the company. For our tech transfer team we are looking for a dedicated personality that shares our passion for innovation and feels comfortable in an international, value-adding environment. We are c-LEcta, a Kerry Group company and leading developer and manufacturer of biotechnological products for regulated markets such as the food and pharmaceutical industry. With state-of-the-art technologies, we develop tailored enzymes and microbial production strains that enable efficient and economical industrial manufacturing processes. At our site at the Alte Messe in Leipzig we currently employ over 130 employees. In our production area, biotechnological products are first produced in an internal pilot and production plant and then produced on an industrial scale either internally or with external partners. Newly developed processes are tested in the pilot plant and first productions are carried out under quality-controlled conditions according to DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 and industry-specific requirements. After successful piloting, the process know-how is transferred to further Kerry sites or external production partners. These internal and external technology transfers are controlled by our tech transfer department. We are looking for a Technology Transfer Manager (m/w/d) to strengthen this team. .
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You play a central, cross-functional role in the management and implementation of technology transfer projects. You are responsible for internal and external technology transfers and ensure their successful implementation. You work in matrix-organized, interdisciplinary teams together with areas such as research & development, quality assurance, quality control, production and regulatory affairs. You take over the communication within the project teams and with internal and external production sites (travel activity < 5 %). You create and maintain process-relevant documents, such as process descriptions, gap analyses, risk analyses, process flow diagrams and scale-up calculations. You are responsible for project management, reporting and project budgets. You control and document deviation and change processes within the scope of the technology transfer.
Academic degree: Complete study in the field of bioprocess engineering, biotechnology, food technology or a comparable scientific qualification or relevant professional experience Professional experience: Experience with production processes in regulated industries (e.g. food, feed or GMP environment) Experience in research & development or in the production of biotechnological products, ideally of enzymes Working method: Embossed project management expertise with responsibility for dates and budgets Pragmatic, solution-oriented working and team player mentality Languages: Very good, reliable knowledge of German and English in word and writing
A modern working environment at the Kerry Biotechnology Centre at the Alte Messe Leipzig – including modern equipped laboratories, production facilities and offices An international team in a dynamic, innovative environment A structured integration into a varied everyday life Flat hierarchies and an open, trusting working atmosphere Fair payment and unforgettable team events
Location
 | c-LEcta GmbH | |
| 04103 Leipzig | ||
| Germany |
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