Specialist RM & IPC (m/f/d)

Msd; Luzern; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in Lucerne, Switzerland, seeks a Specialist RM & IPC (m/f/d) with a chemistry/biochemistry/biotech background. You will review analytical testing of raw materials and in-process samples and collaborate with global teams on GMP projects.

The role is onsite with potential hybrid elements; requires HPLC experience, SAP, and strong English and German communication. Bachelor with 3 years industry experience or Master without industry experience; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor with 3 years industry experience or Master without industry experience.
• Experience in raw material testing.
• Compulsory experience with analytical testing with HPLC.
• Experience with SAP.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and German.
• GMP working experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct second scientist review of analytical testing for raw materials and in-process testing.
• Write technical protocols, reports and standard operating procedures.
• Support of raw material sampling and API dispensing.
• Perform analytical testing for raw materials, in-process and characterization samples for biologics under GMP/GDP.
• Train new analysts.

Skills

Analytical testing

HPLC

GMP

Data analysis

Teamwork

Technical writing

English

German

Education

Bachelor + 3 years experience

Master (no industry experience)

Tools

SAP

CDS Empower

Spectroscopy (IR/UV)

TOC measurements

Job description

## Specialist RM & IPC (m/f/d)Apply: Not Applicable: CHE - Lucerne - Schachen (Werthenstein): Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 26, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R425305Job DescriptionOur Biologics Analytical Department located in Lucerne/Schachen, Switzerland and is part of our global Large Molecule Analytical R&D. We are developing innovative biopharmaceuticals with state of the art technology. We currently offer an attractive position for a Specialist with chemistry, biochemistry or biotechnology background.The role will perform raw material & in-process testing reviews and may support the document . The position offers development potential and the candidate will be working within a medium group of 7 people including 1 apprentice. The successful incumbent will be partnering closely with teams on site and with our counterparts in R&D and clinical manufacturing in the US and Ireland.**Main areas of responsibility include:*** Conduct second scientist review of the analytical testing for raw materials, in-process testing and other review tasks.* Write technical protocols, reports and standard operating procedures* Support of raw material sampling and API dispensing* Perform analytical testing for raw materials, in-process and characterization samples for biologics under GMP/GDP.* Train new analysts## Qualifications## **Educational requirements:**· Bachelor with 3 years industry experience or Master without industry experience. **Required experience and skills:*** Experience in raw material testing* Compulsory experience with analytical testing with HPLC* Experience with SAP* Strong oral and written communication skills in English and German* GMP working experience **Preferred experience and skills:*** Experience with second scientist data review under GxP regulations.* Protein biochemistry and/or biochemical analytical techniques of proteins or with any biophysical methods* Experience in IR and UV spectroscopy* Experience in TOC measurements* Detailed knowledge of relevant CDS (Empower) **Home office & hybrid working**: The position is 100% onsite, mainly due to the lab related tasks. Irregular home office based on a need-basis and/or projects is possible Do you find yourself in the description and are you interested in taking this opportunity? Please send us your complete application documents and become part of a modern company with attractive working conditions. **Additional location(s) Compensation Information:****Required Skills:**Adaptability, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Testing, Data Analysis, Equipment Maintenance, Experimentation, GMP Environments, Inventory Management, Metrology, Personal Initiative, Regulatory Compliance, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Teamwork, Technical Writing**Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.**Employee Status:**Regular**Relocation:**No relocation**VISA Sponsorship:**No**Travel Requirements:**10%**Flexible Work Arrangements:**Not Applicable**Shift:**Not Indicated**Valid Driving License:**No**Hazardous Material(s):**Lab Chemicals**Job Posting End Date:**11/26/2026**\\*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.**