Technical Author (a) 100%

Bachem; Vionnaz; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Bachem in Vionnaz, Switzerland, is seeking a Technical Author to join our TechOps team on a full-time basis. You will create and maintain GMP manufacturing documentation, support technology transfer projects, and translate process knowledge into compliant, manufacturing-ready records.

You will work closely with Process Scientists, laboratories, Manufacturing and Quality Assurance to ensure documentation meets GMP, regulatory expectations and digitalization goals, including eMBPR.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong scientific background with a solid understanding of chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or chemical environment.
• Experience in technical writing, manufacturing documentation, technology transfer, or process development.
• Familiarity with batch record creation and document management systems.
• Excellent technical writing skills with strong attention to detail and a structured approach.
• Fluent in French and English (minimum C1 level). German is a strong asset.
• Proactive team player with strong organizational and communication skills;

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain GMP documentation supporting manufacturing operations and technology transfer activities.
• Prepare Master Batch Production Records (MBPRs), manufacturing instructions, protocols, reports, and related technical documents.
• Translate process knowledge and development data into compliant, manufacturing-ready documentation.
• Collaborate closely with Process Scientists, laboratory teams, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance.
• Support technology transfer projects from process familiarization through commercial implementation.
• Participate in new product introduction projects and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Ensure documentation complies with GMP requirements, internal procedures, and regulatory expectations.
• Contribute to the implementation of eMBPR and the standardization and digitalization of manufacturing documentation.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

GMP experience

Technology transfer

Batch record creation

Document management systems

Quality mindset

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences

PhD in related field

Tools

eMBPR

Job description

Bachem is a world leader in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides for the pharmaceutical industry. To strengthen our Technical Operations team in Vionnaz (Valais, Switzerland), we are looking for a Technical Author (all) 100%.

As a key member of TechOps, you will create and maintain GMP manufacturing documentation, support technology transfer and new product introduction projects, and ensure process knowledge is translated into compliant, manufacturing-ready records. You will also contribute to the implementation of eMBPR and the digitalization of manufacturing documentation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain GMP documentation supporting manufacturing operations and technology transfer activities.
• Prepare Master Batch Production Records (MBPRs), manufacturing instructions, protocols, reports, and related technical documents.
• Translate process knowledge and development data into compliant, manufacturing-ready documentation.
• Collaborate closely with Process Scientists, laboratory teams, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance.
• Support technology transfer projects from process familiarization through commercial implementation.
• Participate in new product introduction projects and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Ensure documentation complies with GMP requirements, internal procedures, and regulatory expectations.
• Contribute to the implementation of eMBPR and the standardization and digitalization of manufacturing documentation.

Your Profile

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong scientific background with a solid understanding of chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or chemical environment.
• Experience in technical writing, manufacturing documentation, technology transfer, or process development.
• Familiarity with batch record creation and document management systems.
• Excellent technical writing skills with strong attention to detail and a structured approach.
• Fluent in French and English (minimum C1 level). German is a strong asset.
• Proactive team player with strong organizational and communication skills;

Our offer

• A modern and dynamic working environment within a fast-growing international company.
• Challenging projects of high scientific and technical value.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing professional development.
• A corporate culture based on collaboration, innovation and excellence.
• Attractive working conditions and competitive employee benefits.