Scientist

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

Job summary

Elan Computing (Schweiz) AG seeks a Scientist for the Neuchâtel onsite analytical QC team. The role focuses on lifecycle management of analytical assays, laboratory investigations, and material qualification with emphasis on method transfers in a GMP environment.

You will contribute to investigations, CAPA, risk assessments, and support daily QC activities following cGMP in a fast-paced setting. Fluency in French and English is required.

Qualifications

• University or engineering degree in analytical chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry.
• 1 or 2 years of experience in GMP pharma business activities, preferably in recombinant therapeutic product scope.
• 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

• Laboratory Investigations.
• Critical Material Qualification.
• Laboratory Method Transfers.
• In addition, supports daily QC activities following cGMP.

Skills

Fluent French and English

GMP Laboratory activities

Statistical tools

IT tools

Problem solving

Education

Analytical chemistry / biotechnology / biochemistry degree

Job description

Scientist

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

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 escape issues for resolution
• Effective communicator
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information
• Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback