Scientist - Analysis and Biophysical Characterization of Biomolecules - 100% - f/m/d

Solvias; Kaiseraugst; On-site; CHF 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Solvias in Kaiseraugst, Switzerland is seeking a motivated analytical scientist with a background in biochemistry or analytical sciences. The role involves conducting analytical testing for biopharmaceutical molecules and ensuring compliance with GMP and ISO quality standards.

The ideal candidate has over 2 years of experience in the industry, strong communication skills, and a detail-oriented work style. Knowledge of optical spectroscopy is essential, along with proficiency in MS Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Educational background in biochemistry, analytical sciences, or a related field focusing on optical spectroscopy.
• Industry experience of more than 2 years in a biopharmaceutical environment.
• Strong background in GMP/ISO-regulated analytical testing is advantageous.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of German and/or French is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing for customer projects in biopharmaceutical molecules.
• Provide scientific knowledge for techniques like AUC, FTIR, and UV Absorbance.
• Analyze customer samples, prepare analytical results, and support a team.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and GMP/ISO standards.

Skills

Analytical testing

Optical spectroscopy

Communication skills

Organization skills

Planning skills

Detail-oriented work style

Team-oriented attitude

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

Fluency in English

Education

Educational background in biochemistry or analytical sciences

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated analytical scientist with a background in biochemistry, analytical sciences, or a related field and a passion for optical spectroscopy. If you thrive in a GMP/ISO-regulated biopharmaceutical environment, enjoy working with precision and teamwork, and bring a hands‑on, detail‑oriented mindset, we’d love to hear from you.

Become part of our team and contribute to meaningful work in biopharmaceutical drug development — we look forward to getting to know you!

Responsibilities

• Analytical testing for customer projects in the area of biopharmaceutical molecules (proteins/peptides) and ATMPs (LNPs, AAVs, RNA) with focus on optical spectroscopy.
• Complement with scientific knowledge for relevant techniques such as AUC, FTIR, CD, DLS, SEC/AF4-MALS, Polarimetry, nanoDSC, UV Absorbance, Fluorescence.
• Analysis of customer samples, documentation and preparation of analytical results and support/guidance in a team of ca. 12 colleagues (technicians and scientists).
• Responsibility for instruments in a qualified environment including performance of periodic tests, organization of maintenance.
• Ensure analytical activities align with health, safety, environmental and GMP/ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Support quality management tasks (e.g. QE, OOS, CR) and organize/execute projects adhering to GMP/ISO 9001 quality standards.

Qualifications

• Educational background in biochemistry, analytical sciences or a related field with focus on optical spectroscopy.
• Industry experience (>2 years) in biopharmaceutical drug development environment, with a strong background in GMP/ISO-regulated analytical testing is advantageous.
• Strong communication, organization and planning skills.
• Independent, detail-oriented work style and a team-oriented attitude.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Fluent in English (additionally German and/or French is beneficial)