Production Operator - Pharmaceutical Environment

Your responsibilities

• Participation in the manufacturing process. Work aseptically in a clean room environment with human hematopoietic stem cells and vector technologies (BSL2).
• Execution of all assigned manufacturing activities in accordance with the production plan and the applicable GMP, safety and environmental guidelines.
• Production of GMP documents. Documentation of manufacturing steps, recording of deviations and assistance with the appropriate measures in line with the GMP requirements.
• Execution of studies as part of the process development team. Assistance in cell culture, viral transduction, and performance of analytical methods.

Maintenance of up-to-date, accurate and comprehensive documentation records and reports.

• Preparation and maintenance of equipment and environment for use.
• Management of material supply and storage (inspections and documenting of deliveries, stocking, release etc.).
• Participation in all role-relevant training and maintenance of the required training levels.
• Commitment and willingness to continuously improve.

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or minimum 2 years of work experience in a similar position. Advanced degree with relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in process development or GMP manufacturing of pharmaceuticals (preferred experience in cell product manufacturing).
• Experience in handling of human derived material in the BLS2 environment, cell culture and molecular biology techniques, automated cell processing systems.
• Familiarity with GMP compliant manufacturing of cell products, materials and equipment qualification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of GMP regulations and guidance relevant to cell and gene therapy manufacturing is an advantage.
• Fluent verbal and written communication in English. Good communication skills in German is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of MS Office

What we offer

You can expect an interesting job to which you can actively contribute to. A diverse and motivated team awaits you with the aim of bringing the therapy into a phase I / II clinical trial.

We offer you well-established training in the GMP-regulated environment. The conditions of the contract and the salary are subject to the regulations at the University of Zurich, cantonal regulations and your qualifications.