FH-Intern for the R&D Innovative Technologies department (m/w/d)
Octapharma specializes in the development and production of high-purity drugs from human blood plasma. As part of a family-owned company, Octapharma Vienna is not only the largest production site, but also a successful research site of the Octapharma Group. As our site is constantly growing, we are looking to strengthen our team with immediate effect:
Your new challenges which will inspire you:
* This FH internship is intended to complement your education and provide you with insight into the work and activities of the R&D department of a pharmaceutical company.
* The internship should last 6 months, and supervision of a master’s thesis on the topic of “Process modelling and optimization” is offered.
* Supporting the Vienna R&D team with the following tasks:
o Characterization of bioprocess engineering process using specialized inline analysis.
o Development of digital twins for the further optimization of established unit operations.
o Statistical evaluation of the collected data and interpretation of results.
o Documentation within the scope of the above-mentioned tasks.
Your profile that will convince us:
* Student at a FH (Pflichtpraktikum) with a scientific or process engineering background, preferably in the fields of biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, biomedical engineering, or similar.
* Interest in writing a master’s thesis on “Process modelling and optimization”
* Mandatory lab courses during the studies are completed.
* Interest in learning new methods.
* High motivation and willingness to learn.
* Very good knowledge of spoken and written English.
* Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.
* Team player.
* High interest in acquiring experience in the research and development department of a pharmaceutical company.
* Personal responsibility, flexibility, and ability to work in a team.
* Precise way of working.
Our attractive benefits are:
Various tasks in an international environment, flexibility and personal responsibility.
Reliable employer with generous social benefits and market pays.
Familiar environment of a family business with benefits such as Do & Co company restaurant, extraordinary employee events and many more.
Additional Information:
Duration of internship: 6 Months (in framework from 01.09.2025 to 28.02.2026)
The minimum gross salary based on the collective agreement (chemical industry) for this position is EUR 1.958,84 (with Matura and/or over 18 years old).
Please upload at least the following application documents: letter of application or motivation letters, curriculum vitae (CV), school leaving certificate and diploma certificate as well as current proof of academic success.
We are happy to welcome new committed employees with whom we can jointly drive our strong growth to continue to provide our patients in a better life – because it is in our blood! Is it also in your blood? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our Online-Karriereportal.
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