Laboratory Technician – Process Development Scale Manufacturing

For our customer located in Basel (CH) we are currently looking for a :
Laboratory Technician – Process Development & Small-Scale Manufacturing (m/f/x)

• Location:
  
  Basel (CH) onsite
• Branch:
  Pharma
• Languages: fluent German skills necessary for this position
• max pay rate given by the client: 33,83 - 38,06 chf/h

We are looking for a highly motivated Laboratory Technician to join our Process Development team. In this hands-on role, you will play a critical part in advancing innovative chemical processes and supporting the supply of drug substances through high-quality experimental work, data generation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams.

You will contribute directly to process development, scale-up activities, manufacturing support, and the implementation of cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and scientifically driven environment.

• Execute laboratory experiments that directly influence chemical process development and manufacturing strategies.
• Generate, analyze, and communicate experimental data to support project teams and manufacturing sites.
• Contribute to process optimization, troubleshooting, and scale-up activities.
• Support innovative technology platforms such as Biocatalysis, Flow Chemistry, Process Analytical Technology (PAT), Surfactant-Based Chemistry, and Sustainable Process Development.
• Participate in the manufacture of small-scale non-GMP and GMP batches for innovative modalities, including ADCs and other advanced therapeutic platforms, as needed.

• Perform chemical synthesis experiments safely, efficiently, and right-first-time in alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Support process development activities through experimental execution, observation, and data collection.
• Collaborate closely with Process Chemists to design experiments, evaluate results, and propose next steps.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant electronic laboratory records (eLN) and documentation according to Good Documentation Practices.

• Support pilot-scale and manufacturing campaigns through process familiarization, troubleshooting, yield optimization, and cycle-time prediction.
• Assist internal manufacturing teams and external partners with scale-up activities and process transfers.
• Participate in the production of small-scale GMP and non-GMP batches when required.

• Ensure full compliance with HSE, GxP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain assigned laboratory equipment, analytical instruments, and work areas in an operational, safe, and compliant state.
• Manage laboratory inventories and contribute to the sustainability and usability of laboratory infrastructure.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and address safety observations and operational risks.
• Work effectively with project leaders, analytical scientists, manufacturing teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Contribute to a collaborative, innovative, and solution-oriented team culture.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, technology platforms, and best-practice implementation.
• Mentor junior colleagues, apprentices, interns, and trainees as experience grows.

• Completed apprenticeship as a Laboratory Technician (Laborant/in) or equivalent scientific technical qualification.
• Practical experience in synthetic chemistry with a passion for laboratory work.
• Strong hands-on experience with chemical synthesis and process development activities.
• Experience supporting or participating in the scale-up of chemical reactions and processes.
• Excellent understanding of laboratory safety standards and HSE requirements.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Experience working with standard synthesis and analytical equipment, such as: HPLC, GC, NMR, Easy Max, FlexyALR, Other laboratory automation and analytical systems
• Languages
  
  Skills:
  
  German:
  Good working proficiency. English:
  Strong written and spoken proficiency