Senior Scientist Research & Development Oligonucleotides , 100%

Bachem AG; Bubendorf; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Home office days

Vacation days via workload reduction

Employee training programs

60% pension fund contributions

Pension Plan Plus

Discount platform

Job summary

Bachem AG in Switzerland is seeking a Senior Scientist Research & Development Oligonucleotides (a), 100% to strengthen our team in the new research laboratories. You will develop and optimize manufacturing processes from synthesis to the final API in collaboration with customers and internal projects.

You will work with chemists and lab technicians using the latest equipment and technologies, tackle varied tasks, and support tech transfers under cGMP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in chemistry or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of oligonucleotide chemistry experience, preferably in process development.
• Familiar with common oligonucleotide manufacturing technologies, e.g. SPOS.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with problem-solving ability.
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement process developments with cross-functional teams.
• Evaluate innovative technologies and reagents for oligonucleotide synthesis.
• Execute process transfers and support production under cGMP guidelines.
• Manufacture small non-GMP product quantities for internal and external customers.
• Write reports and create presentations.
• Support production in solving chemical challenges.
• Collaborate in projects with customers and internal teams.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

Master's degree or doctorate in chemistry

Tools

SPOS

Job description

Senior Scientist Research & Development Oligonucleotides (a), 100%

Bachem ist ein börsenkotiertes, auf die Peptid-Chemie fokussiertes Technologie-Unternehmen mit einem umfassenden Leistungsangebot für die Pharma- und Biotechnologie-Industrie. Bachem ist spezialisiert auf die Entwicklung innovativer, effizienter Herstellungsverfahren und die zuverlässige Produktion Peptid-basierter pharmazeutischer Wirkstoffe. Ein umfangreicher Katalog von Biochemikalien für Forschungszwecke und exklusive Kundensynthesen ergänzen das Angebot. Mit Hauptsitz in der Schweiz sowie Niederlassungen in Europa und den USA ist das Unternehmen weltweit tätig und verfügt über die industrieweit grösste Erfahrung und Fachkompetenz. In der Zusammenarbeit mit ihren Kunden legt Bachem grössten Wert auf Qualität, Innovation und Partnerschaft.

To drive our continuous organic growth, we are constantly looking for highly qualified professionals. For our growing oligonucleotide business, we are looking for a chemist as Senior Scientist Research & Development Oligonucleotides (a), 100%to strengthen our team. In our new research laboratories, you will be responsible for the development and optimization of the manufacturing processes from synthesis to the final API in collaboration with our customers as well as internal research projects. You will work in a small and dedicated team together with other chemists and chemical laboratory technicians and will be able to rely on the latest equipment and technologies in your daily work. Do you enjoy working in a team, with external customers and enjoy varied and challenging tasks?

Your tasks:

• Planning and implementation of process developments in cooperation with other departments
• Identification and evaluation of innovative technologies & new reagents and materials
• Implementation of process transfers (scale-up) and support of production when introducing new processes under cGMP guidelines
• Manufacturing of small product quantities for internal and external customers (non-GMP)
• Writing reports and creating presentations
• Supporting production in solving chemical challenges (trouble shooting)
• Collaboration in project teams for internal coordination of a project and communication with the customer

Your profile:

• Master's degree or doctorate in chemistry or a related field
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in oligonucleotide chemistry, preferably in process development in an industrial setting. Familiar with the most common oligonucleotide manufacturing technologies, e.g. SPOS.
• Technical and project-related leadership skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems
• High level of flexibility, independence and ability to work in a team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (English, is an advantage)

Our offer:

• A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
• Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
• Employee development through numerous internal and external training opportunities
• 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
• Access to benefits platform with discounts from external partners

Would you like to drive innovation together with us?