Scientific Associate, Molecular Biology — HTS Enzyme Research

Flexsis; Basel; On-site; CHF 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexsis, for its client Novartis in Basel, seeks a reliable Scientific Associate - Molecular Biology to perform high-throughput enzyme assays, operate HTp robotics, and document results. The role involves working in an international, multidisciplinary team on-site in Basel for an 18-month period with potential extension.

Applicants should hold a Lab Technician apprenticeship or a BSc/MSc in Biochemistry or related field and be proficient in English, data interpretation, and SOP compliance.

Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship as Lab Technician or BSc/MSc in Biochemistry or related field.
• Comfortable with multi-tasking of repetitive routine operations.
• Proficient in conducting biochemistry experiments, interpreting data, and suggesting workflow improvements.
• Basic understanding of chemistry and English communication.
• Ability to work in international, multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute high-throughput enzyme assays and preparative scale trials.
• Operate and maintain HTp robotic platforms and equipment.
• Adhere to SOPs and document and archive results accurately.
• Critically assess workflows and propose improvements to boost efficiency.
• Analyze data and communicate results clearly with documentation.

Skills

English communication

multi-tasking

biochemistry experiments

SOP adherence

data interpretation

teamwork

Education

Lab Technician apprenticeship

BSc/MSc in Biochemistry or related

Tools

HTP robotic platforms

HPLC

GC

cloning

recombinant protein expression

Job description

Flexsis, for its client Novartis in Basel, seeks a reliable Scientific Associate - Molecular Biology to perform high-throughput enzyme assays, operate HTp robotics, and document results. The role involves working in an international, multidisciplinary team on-site in Basel for an 18-month period with potential extension.

Applicants should hold a Lab Technician apprenticeship or a BSc/MSc in Biochemistry or related field and be proficient in English, data interpretation, and SOP compliance.