Scientist

Experis Switzerland; Neuenburg; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis Switzerland is seeking an Analytical Chemistry professional for the QC Laboratories in Neuchâtel, focused on life cycle management of analytical assays and supporting GMP activities. The role includes investigations, CAPA, method transfers, and calibration of critical reagents.

Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are essential. French and English fluency required; onsite in Neuchâtel for 9-month assignment.

Qualifications

• University or engineering degree in analytical chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry.
• 1 or 2 years of experience in GMP pharma business activities, preferably in the scope of recombinant-therapeutic product in pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience in GMP Laboratory activities.
• Good knowledge of method transfer.
• Good knowledge of critical reagent qualification.
• Experience in problem solving and deviation management.
• Good Knowledge of statistical tools.
• Fluent in French and English (C1 written and spoken).
• Proficiency in all aspects of standard IT tools.

Responsibilities

• Life cycle management activities of analytical assays performed in the QCLaboratories of Neuchâtel – Switzerland with a focus on: Laboratory Investigations; Critical Material Qualification; Laboratory Method Transfers.
• Support daily QC activities following cGMP.
• Author transfer protocols and reports for assays; Author qualification plans and reports for critical reagents; Oversee validation and qualification activities; Execute and document experiments.
• Investigate and troubleshoot problems; conduct risk assessments, root cause analysis and investigations; Own Laboratory Investigations and CAPA.
• Support application of industry standards to assays lifecycle management; provide technical and statistical support.

Skills

GMP experience

Statistical tools

IT tools

Analytical troubleshooting

Independent worker

Communication

Education

University degree in analytical chemistry/biotechnology/biochemistry

Tools

Lab software

Job description

Experience

• University or engineering degree in analytical chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry
• 1 or 2 years of experience in GMP pharma business activities, preferably in the scope of recombinanttherapeutic product in pharmaceutical environment
• Experience in GMP Laboratory activities
• Good knowledge of method transfer
• Good knowledge of critical reagent qualification
• Experience in problem solving and deviation management
• Good Knowledge of statistical tools
• Fluent in French and English (C1 written and spoken)
• Proficiency in all aspects of standard IT tools

The job holder is accountable for life cycle management activities of analytical assays performed in the QCLaboratories of Neuchâtel – Switzerland with a focus on:

• Laboratory Investigations
• Critical Material Qualification
• Laboratory Method Transfers

In addition, the job holder also supports daily QC activities following cGMP.

Validation and Qualification Activities

• Author transfer protocols and reports for assays
• Author qualification plans and reports for critical reagents
• Oversee validation and qualification activities executed by analysts, provide training and support
• Execute and documents experiments

Investigation Leads

• Investigate and trouble shoot problems which occur to determine solutions or recommendations for improvements or change
• Conduct/participate in risk assessments, root cause analysis and investigations
• Own Laboratory Investigations and CAPA

Quality Control Support Activities

• Support the application of industry specific compliance standards/regulations to assays life cycle management activities
• Participate to daily activities upon request (provide technical and statistical support)

Competencies

• Excellent collaboration skills and teamwork mindset
• Good trouble shooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and know when to escal **?** issues for resolution
• Effective communicator
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information
• Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback

General Information:

• Start date: As soon as possible or latest 01.12.2026
• End Date: 31.08.2027
• Duration: 9 months
• Location: Neuchatel (onsite)
• Language skills: Fluent French and English