Lab Tech Oligonucleotide Analytics

Gi Group UK; Basel; On-site; CHF 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffmann - La Roche is seeking a professional with a vocational scientific qualification and 2–3 years in the pharmaceutical industry. You will contribute to analytical development for oligonucleotides or peptides, performing routine HPLC-based measurements and data evaluation.

The role requires hands-on instrument experience (HPLC, MS), strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team while communicating in English. German proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• Vocational scientific qualification with 2–3 years in pharma.
• Hands-on with analytical instrumentation (HPLC, MS).
• Interest or background in analytical development for oligonucleotides.
• Strong emphasis on quality and attention to detail per GxP.
• Good English; German helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine measurements for Oligonucleotides (HPLC with UV and/or MS).
• Plan, execute, and document experiments in a team of five.
• Use Empower/OpenLab to control instruments.
• Evaluate data with Genedata or Oligo Analysis Accelerator.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for oligonucleotides.
• Ensure compliance with GxP and SOPs.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

English proficiency

Education

Vocational scientific qualification (chemical laboratory technician / apprenticeship)

Tools

HPLC

MS

LC-MS

Empower

OpenLab

Genedata

Oligo Analysis Accelerator

Job description

For out Client, Hoffmann - La Roche we are looking for someone who has completed a vocational scientific qualification (e.g. apprenticeship, laboratory technician, Chemielaborant) and brings 2–3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a clear focus on analytical development for oligonucleotides or peptides. Someone who offer strong hands-on expertise with HPLC, MS and ideally LC-MS, an excellent quality mindset with great attention to detail, and the ability to quickly adapt to new tools, ideas and agile ways of working while communicating confidently in English and is motivated to focus on Lab Work.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Performing routine measurements for Oligonucleotides (mainly HPLC with UV and/or Single Quad MS detection)
• Planning, executing, and documenting experiments collaboratively in a team of five associates.
• Use chromatographic data systems like Empower or OpenLab to control analytical instruments.
• Evaluate data with Genedata or Oligo Analysis Accelerator
• Developing, improving, and validating analytical methods for the quality assessment of Oligonucleotides.
• Ensuring compliance with GxP guidelines and relevant SOPs.

Must Haves:

• A vocational scientific qualification as chemical laboratory technician (e.g. apprenticeship) with at least 2-3 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and techniques (e.g., HPLC, MS)
• Interest or background in analytical development for oligonucleotides
• Strong knowledge of LC-MS applications and instruments is a plus
• Experience with large molecules/biologics analytics is an advantage
• Self-motivated, proactive, open-minded, goal-oriented, and a strong team player
• Stringent quality mindset, excellent attention to detail, and knowledge of GxP requirements across clinical phases.
• Good command of English; German proficiency is beneficial.