Associate Scientist, Technical Development – Basel

Flexsis; Basel; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexsis is seeking an Assoc. Scientist - Technical Development for our client Novartis in Basel. Start date 12.12.2026, planned duration 2 years, workplace Basel, workload 100%.

You will plan and perform experiments for DS manufacturing processes, collaborate in a multifunctional team, and contribute to purification and optimization activities while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as an associate scientist/associate expert or a BS.
• Experience with safe handling of chemicals and potentially dangerous materials.
• Strong scientific/technical knowledge in a specific area (e.g., biotechnology).
• Proficiency with laboratory and technical tools, as well as software and computer tools.
• Experience with downstream development technologies like chromatography or filtration is a plus.
• Basic presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform scientific experiments for the preparation and timely delivery of drug substances (DS) manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate within a multifunctional project team coordinated by a Project Leader.
• Conduct experiments related to purification processes (e.g., chromatography or filtration).
• Contribute to project-related scientific/technical activities with guidance from experienced team members.
• Maintain lab instruments and infrastructure, ensuring quality, quantity, and timelines in all assigned projects.
• Document scientific experiments and plant activities and optimize existing methods to develop more efficient ones.
• Communicate and address problems, perform safety and literature searches, and manage chemicals and solvents within your area of responsibility.
• Collaborate with other team members to facilitate deliveries of DS.

Skills

English proficiency

Laboratory skills

Scientific communication

Safety handling

Documentation & writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Technician with continuing education (EU) or BS

Job description

Flexsis is seeking an Assoc. Scientist - Technical Development for our client Novartis in Basel. Start date 12.12.2026, planned duration 2 years, workplace Basel, workload 100%.

You will plan and perform experiments for DS manufacturing processes, collaborate in a multifunctional team, and contribute to purification and optimization activities while maintaining safety and documentation standards.