Scientist - Analytical Chemistry

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Our client is a leading global player in the Pharmaceutical industry with global headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. The organisation focusses on novel therapies in Oncology and Ophthalmology and is also currently developing a world-leading pipeline in Neuroscience and Dermatology with one of the strongest pipelines of Phase II/III studies in the world.

They are looking for a:

Scientist - Analytical Chemistry for a 24 months contract in Basel.

We are looking for a motivated Analytical Scientist to join Analytical Research & Development (ARD). ARD sits within the Technical R&D Department of Development and plays an essential role in the characterization and analysis of Drug Substances and Drug Products from the time they leave the discovery lab until they are transferred to commercial production.

The role responsibilities include performing and documenting scientific experiments for drug substances (DS) and drug products (DP), RLT portfolio, in collaboration with multifunctional project teams and using state-of-the-art techniques.
Radio Ligand Therapy (RLT) plays an increasing role in the company`s project pipeline. Advanced analytical characterization of RLT drug substances is essential for the successful development and manufacture of these innovative medicines.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement analytical methods for the characterization and quantification of RLT drug substances and drug products.
• Plan, execute, document, interpret and report scientific experiments (e.g., analytical method development and testing) according to the agreed timelines and appropriate quality standards.
• Contribute to the development of an RLT analytical toolbox based on state-of-the-art techniques, e.g. Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), to support the analytical development of peptides and radio labelled compounds.
• Participate in scientific exchange groups within the company and present scientific findings.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation issues, providing scientific rationale and solutions.
• Implement and maintain lean, efficient and environmentally sustainable practices in the laboratory. Contribute to maintenance of lab instruments / day-to-day operations.
• Meet appropriate quality standards and agreed timelines in all assigned projects.
• Responsible for good documentation and laboratory practices during execution of laboratory activities.

Qualifications and

Experience:

• Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree in Life Sciences (e.g., analytical / organic chemistry / pharmaceutical sciences) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience with analytical methods and separation techniques, e.g. UHPLC, LC-MS, UV-Vis, as well as the evaluation of new analytical technologies.
• Strong analytical and chemical knowledge of peptides is required.
• Innovative and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to develop novel approaches to complex scientific challenges and drive the implementation of new analytical technologies and methodologies.
• Good knowledge of relevant analytical software (e.g. chromatography software) is required.
• Understanding of ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements for analytical testing.
• Ability to work effectively in international and multidisciplinary teams, both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.