SaudiVax

National Workforce Development

Human Capital & Saudization

Building the sovereign biomanufacturing workforce for Saudi Arabia. 11,000 high-value biotech jobs by 2030 — aligned with the National Biotechnology Strategy.

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Vision 2030 Workforce Targets

National Mandate

Key workforce metrics aligned with the Kingdom's National Biotechnology Strategy and Vision 2030 economic diversification objectives.

Employment Pipeline (2030)

11,000

High-Value Biotech Jobs Target

Saudization Rate

73%

Saudi National Workforce Target

Annual Intake

450+

STEM Graduates Pipeline (Annual)

Scientists in protective cleanroom suits working in biomanufacturing facility

Sovereign Workforce

Building Saudi Arabia's Biomanufacturing Workforce

SaudiVax is developing the next generation of biotech leaders — Saudi nationals trained in BSL-3 operations, GMP manufacturing, and advanced chromatography systems. Our workforce development programs are directly aligned with the Kingdom's National Biotechnology Strategy.

BSL-3

Facility Operations

GMP

Certified Training

ISO 5

Cleanroom Qualified

Workforce Development

Talent Pipeline

From Saudi STEM graduates to operational deployment — a structured pathway building sovereign biomanufacturing capability.

2,400+

STEM Graduates

Annual output from Saudi universities in biology, chemistry, pharmacology & bioengineering

450+

SaudiVax Academy

Annual intake for specialized training in bioprocessing, QC analytics & regulatory affairs

200+

Operational Deployment

Certified professionals deployed annually into BSL-3, GMP manufacturing & quality roles

11K

Industry Leaders

Cumulative target by 2030 — senior scientists, facility directors & regulatory specialists

Strategic Roles

Open Positions

Roles demanding advanced STEM qualifications and deep domain expertise. Priority given to Saudi nationals under the Saudization mandate.

Senior Process Development Scientist

Saudization

R&D Riyadh, SA • PhD / MSc required

PhD or MSc in Biochemistry, Bioprocess Engineering, or related discipline
5+ years experience in upstream/downstream process development for biologics
Expertise in mammalian cell culture, chromatography purification, and viral clearance studies
Experience with single-use bioreactor systems (200L-2000L scale)
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals preferred

BSL-3 Facility Operations Lead

Saudization

Manufacturing Riyadh, SA • MSc / BSc + 8 yrs required

MSc in Microbiology, Bioengineering, or related field (BSc with 8+ years accepted)
Certified in BSL-3 containment operations and decontamination protocols
Experience managing ISO 5 / Class 100 cleanroom operations
Knowledge of SFDA and international GMP regulations
Leadership experience managing 10+ person technical teams

Regulatory Affairs Director — SFDA

Saudization

Quality & Regulatory Riyadh, SA • PharmD / MSc required

PharmD, MSc in Regulatory Science, or equivalent advanced degree
10+ years regulatory affairs experience in biologics/vaccines
Deep working knowledge of SFDA registration pathways and CTD/eCTD submissions
Experience with FDA IND/BLA and EMA MAA processes
Track record of successful product registrations in GCC markets

Quality Assurance Specialist

Saudization

Manufacturing Riyadh, SA • BSc + 3 yrs required

BSc in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Science, or related field
3+ years experience in GMP quality assurance for biopharmaceuticals
Familiarity with HPLC, mass spectrometry, and electrophoresis techniques
Experience with deviation management, CAPA, and change control systems
Knowledge of SFDA GMP guidelines and ICH quality standards

Analytical Chemist II

R&D Riyadh, SA • MSc required

MSc in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or related field
3+ years experience with method development and validation for biologics
Proficiency in HPLC, UPLC, SEC, and CE-SDS analytical techniques
Experience with stability studies and release testing for biopharmaceuticals
GLP and GMP laboratory environment experience required

Project Manager — CDMO Partnerships

Corporate Riyadh, SA • MBA / MSc preferred

MBA, MSc in Life Sciences, or equivalent advanced degree preferred
5+ years project management experience in biopharmaceutical/CDMO environment
PMP certification preferred; experience with Stage-Gate methodology
Proven track record managing cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
Fluency in English required; Arabic highly preferred

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