Lab Equipment Acquisition & Compliance Associate (German Speaking)

Oxford Global Resources; Bern; Vor Ort; CHF 60’000 - 100’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player in biotechnology is looking for a Lab Equipment Acquisition and Compliance Associate. This dynamic role offers a unique opportunity to support the acquisition and qualification of laboratory equipment while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will work cross-functionally with various teams, contributing to quality excellence and lab management. This position is perfect for someone eager to build expertise in equipment qualification processes and thrive in a collaborative, hands-off environment. Join this innovative team and take your career to the next level in a role that promises growth and learning opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• 1-3 years of experience in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment.
• Fluent in German and English, with strong documentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Support the acquisition process of laboratory equipment ensuring GxP compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to meet operational needs for equipment.

Kenntnisse

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Documentation management

Quality systems knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology

Master's degree in Chemistry

Degree in Microbiology

Tools

GxP compliance standards

Laboratory instruments

Jobbeschreibung

Interested in equipment qualification? Do you want a dynamic, hands-off role that ensures quality is held to the highest standards? Read on!

About the Client

Our client is a leading biotechnology company at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation, specializing in advanced therapies for rare diseases. With a strong presence in Switzerland, they provide a dynamic and international work environment, offering employees the opportunity to collaborate on groundbreaking projects in quality control and laboratory systems.

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Lab Equipment Acquisition and Compliance Associate to support the acquisition and qualification of quality control (QC) laboratory equipment. In this role, you will coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure the right laboratory instruments are acquired and meet regulatory and data integrity requirements. This position offers a great entry point into quality excellence, validation, and lab management while allowing you to build expertise in equipment qualification processes.

Responsibilities

1. Support the end-to-end acquisition process of laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with GxP requirements.
2. Assist in writing technical and qualification requirements for new instruments.
3. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the equipment meets operational needs.
4. Contribute to the development and updating of procedures related to laboratory instrumentation.
5. Help review and interpret vendor IQ / OQ reports, ensuring any gaps are addressed.
6. Ensure laboratory systems align with GxP and data integrity standards.
7. Write and maintain documentation in German and English.
8. Support project teams in instrument implementation and life cycle management.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.
2. 1-3 years of experience in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment.
3. Basic understanding of equipment qualification processes (IQ, OQ).
4. Strong ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.
5. Fluent in German and English (written and spoken).
6. Interest in quality systems, compliance, and project coordination.
7. Ability to handle documentation and regulatory requirements with attention to detail.

This is a 12-month contract with a possibility of extension. Join an international team and take advantage of opportunities to learn and grow in a hands-off laboratory role.