QC Analytical Scientist

QC Analytical Scientist – 6806 ADA

Our client is a leading Swiss multinational healthcare company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. Operating in Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics, it is one of the world’s largest biotech companies and a global leader in in-vitro diagnostics and cancer treatments.

The client’s department is responsible for the process analytics during the manufacturing of chemically synthesized APIs. This includes reaction controls and the analysis of isolated intermediates, strictly adhering to cGMP, safety, and regulatory requirements. We are seeking motivated individuals to actively contribute to a variety of engaging tasks within the Manufacturing Analytics Team.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on analytical expert with a Master’s degree and at least 3 years of experience mastering physical-chemical techniques like chromatography within a cGMP environment . You’ll bridge the gap between development and production by seamlessly implementing new methods while ensuring rigorous data integrity, documentation accuracy, and proactive management of deviations. Fluency in both German and English is essential, as the candidate must navigate a dynamic matrix organization to mentor colleagues and drive cross-functional process optimizations.

This is a 6-month contract role with possible extension, based in Basel and requires fluent German language skills.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide essential guidance to laboratory colleagues on the planning, execution, and conclusion of analytical tests for in-process and intermediate analytics
• Ensure strict compliance with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice), safety standards, and regulatory requirements across all analytical activities
• Thoroughly review analytical methods and specifications originating from the analytical development department
• Implement and establish new analytical methods from development into the production-accompanying control process
• Generate and meticulously check analytical documentation, maintaining a high focus on quality, data integrity, and meeting defined deadlines
• Take initiative and ownership in the timely processing and documentation of deviations and non-conformances
• Actively participate in crucial quality assessments and investigations to uphold product integrity
• Contribute to process optimization by assisting in the development and implementation of lean, efficient working processes

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