Senior Bioanalytical PI & Study Director - Flexible Hours

Celerion Switzerland AG; Fehraltorf; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra holidays

Sickness and accident insurance

Commuting allowance

Job summary

Celerion Switzerland AG in Fehraltorf is seeking a Bioanalytical Principal Investigator (LBS/GLP Study Director). You will own regulated studies, lead from planning to reporting, and serve as primary client contact across global drug programs.

Senior candidates will mentor staff and lead strategic client programs. The role emphasizes study leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across functions within a state-of-the-art facility in Zurich cantone, with 80–100% workload and

Qualifications

• BSc / MSc in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Immunology or related field
• At least 2 years professional experience, at least 6 years for senior position
• Practical experience in relevant bioanalytical techniques (e.g. LBA, cell-based)
• Experience working in a regulated environment (GLP, GCP, GMP and/or ISO standards)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail
• Excellent computer and time management skills
• Highly self-motivated, reliable, and flexible, with a commitment to providing excellent service to clients.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions
• Excellent English (written and spoken), good skills are advantageous
• Previous experience as a Study Director, Principal Investigator or equivalent scientific leadership role is required for the senior position
• Knowledge of biomarker, pharmacokinetic (PK), immunogenicity (ADA) or biologics bioanalysis
• Experience working directly with pharmaceutical or biotechnology clients is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead scientific and operational ownership of regulated bioanalytical studies and method validations.
• Serve as the primary client contact and lead study execution from planning through reporting.
• Take on Study Director and/or Principal Investigator responsibilities for assigned studies or phases.
• Develop and approve study plans, validation protocols, reports and documentation.
• Review, evaluate and approve analytical data for regulatory compliance.
• Ensure activities comply with SOPs and client expectations.
• Coordinate laboratory activities and ensure efficient study execution.
• Train and mentor laboratory personnel and contribute to process improvements.
• Support bioanalytical data management and documentation review processes.
• For senior roles: lead complex client programs and mentor junior staff; act as SME for ligand-binding and cell-based assays; contribute to business development.

Skills

Glp/GxP knowledge

Study leadership

Client management

Laboratory coordination

English proficiency

Education

BSc/MSc Life Sciences or related

Tools

LBA techniques

Cell-based assays

Job description

Celerion Switzerland AG in Fehraltorf is seeking a Bioanalytical Principal Investigator (LBS/GLP Study Director). You will own regulated studies, lead from planning to reporting, and serve as primary client contact across global drug programs.

Senior candidates will mentor staff and lead strategic client programs. The role emphasizes study leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across functions within a state-of-the-art facility in Zurich cantone, with 80–100% workload and