Laboratory Specialist - QC Microbiology

Randstad Switzerland; Kaiseraugst; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Switzerland seeks a Laboratory Specialist in QC Microbiology for a global pharmaceutical client in Kaiseraugst. You will support reliable environmental monitoring for manufacturing clients at the Kaiseraugst site.

The ideal candidate holds a life sciences degree and at least two years of GMP experience, with fluent German and English. You will contribute to pharma quality systems, drive continuous improvement, and document QC activities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Completed degree in life sciences (biotech, microbiology, bioengineering or equivalent; Bachelor’s or Master’s).
• Preferably 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience in GMP environment.
• In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical quality systems and standards.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Accountability, decisiveness and track record of delivering results.
• Strong organizational skills and strategic thinking.
• Team-oriented mindset focused on continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and process Deviation Reports (DRs) and assessments, incl. QA alignment.
• Oversee end-to-end deviation process from initiation to CAPA.
• Plan, coordinate, and document Change Requests for processes and methods.
• Author and update test procedures, SOPs, and other cGMP documentation.
• Execute assignments per Planning and Coordination Leader and Unit Lead; document per cGMP.
• Ensure compliant analytics by following guidelines, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Plan, coordinate and participate in cross-functional QC projects with manufacturing clients.
• Willingness to work occasionally on public holidays.

Skills

German

English

Quality systems

GMP

Project coordination

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Life Sciences

Job description

For one of our clients, a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals, we are currently looking for a Laboratory Specialist in QC Microbiology.

General Information:

• Start Date: 01.01.2027
• Planned Employment Duration: 6 months with the possibility of extension
• Home Office: Not possible
• Department: MMQIAB8H QC mEMT

About the job:

As a Laboratory Specialist QC Microbiology in the "QC mEMT Kaiseraugst" group within Pharmaceutical Quality Control, you will ensure reliable and efficient microbiological environmental monitoring for our manufacturing clients at the Kaiseraugst site, safeguarding the quality of our products and ultimately the well-being of patients.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate holds a completed degree in life sciences (e.g., biotechnology, microbiology, or bioengineering) and has at least two years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry within a GMP-regulated environment. They bring in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical quality systems, consistently act with a quality- and compliance-oriented mindset, and demonstrate strategic thinking along with the ability to take ownership and reliably deliver results. Through a structured, team-oriented approach to work and fluent German and English skills, they build trusted relationships and actively contribute to continuous process improvement.

Tasks & responsibilities:

• Initiate and process Deviation Reports (DRs) and assessments, including alignment with relevant cross-functional interfaces and QA.
• Oversee the end-to-end deviation process from initiation upon detection, through Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and 5-Why analysis, to recurrence prevention via implementation of required Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Plan, coordinate, and document Change Requests for processes and methods within the unit.
• Author and update test procedures, SOPs, and other GMP documentation.
• Professionally execute specialized assignments as well as routine laboratory and service tasks according to instructions from the Planning and Coordination Leader (PCL) or Unit Lead, documenting them in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines.
• Ensure competent, high-performing, and GMP-compliant analytics by adhering to all relevant guidelines, SOPs, as well as regulatory and registration requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in cross-functional projects within QC and in collaboration with manufacturing clients.
• Willingness to work occasionally on public holidays.

Must Haves:

• Completed degree in the life sciences (e.g., Biotechnology, Microbiology, Bioengineering, or equivalent degree; Bachelor’s or Master’s)
• Preferably 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry within a GMP-regulated environment or equivalent (e.g., as a Microbiologist, QA Assistant)
• In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical quality systems and standards
• Fluent in German and English
• Accountability, decisiveness, and track record of delivering expected results
• Ability to build trusting and successful relationships
• Strong organizational skills, strategic thinking, and ability to translate strategies into actionable plans
• Team-oriented mindset focused on continuous process improvement and consistent performance

Nice-to-Haves:

• Education/experience in microbiology and/or sterility assurance
• Strong understanding of quality and compliance, acting accordingly

Application Submission Deadline: 02.11.2026