Scientist

Scientist 

General Information: 
Start date: As soon as possible or latest 01.12.2026
End Date: 31.08.2027
Duration: 9 months
Location: Neuchatel (onsite)
Language skills: Fluent French and English 

Experience:
• University or engineering degree in analytical chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry
• 1 or 2 years of experience in GMP pharma business activities, preferably in the scope of recombinant therapeutic product in pharmaceutical environment
• Experience in GMP Laboratory activities
• Good knowledge of method transfer
• Good knowledge of critical reagent qualification
• Experience in problem solving and deviation management
• Good Knowledge of statistical tools
• Fluent in French and English (C1 written and spoken)
• Proficiency in all aspects of standard IT tools

The job holder is accountable for life cycle management activities of analytical assays performed in the QC Laboratories of Neuchâtel – Switzerland with a focus on:
• Laboratory Investigations
• Critical Material Qualification
• Laboratory Method Transfers
In addition, the job holder also supports daily QC activities following cGMP.

Validation and Qualification Activities
• Author transfer protocols and reports for assays
• Author qualification plans and reports for critical reagents
• Oversee validation and qualification activities executed by analysts, provide
training and support
• Execute and documents experiments

Investigation Leads
• Investigate and trouble shoot problems which occur to determine solutions or
recommendations for improvements or change
• Conduct/participate in risk assessments, root cause analysis and investigations
• Own Laboratory Investigations and CAPA

Quality Control Support Activities
• Support the application of industry specific compliance standards/regulations to
assays life cycle management activities
• Participate to daily activities upon request (provide technical and statistical
support)

Competencies
• Excellent collaboration skills and teamwork mindset
• Good trouble shooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and know when to escalate issues for resolution
• Effective communicator
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information
• Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback

If you are interested in this opportunity and available to start immediately, please apply using the link below or send your CV to elaine.kanwar(at)experis.ch