Senior Research Scientist mfd

We are looking for an experienced Senior Research Scientist (m/f/d) to work with our customer a renowned pharmaceutical company in Basel.

Tasks

• Independently design plan organize and perform scientific experiments for the preparation and timely delivery of biologic drug products (DP) processes and procedures
• Independently design plan organize and perform specific analytical tests related to the experiments as well as for related stability studies
• Documentation of raw data from the scientific experiments including all conducted analytical tests as well as evaluation interpretation and reporting of all results of the scientific experiments together with the project responsible (Functional Lead)
• Interpret results including drawing relevant conclusions and deliver respective work packages to meet agreed objectives & timelines in the project team and ensure and drive information exchange in DP subteam
• You will be a core member of the Drug Product development subteam representing the scientific and technical excellence and you might be a member of the CMC team adhoc if required
• If required support the compilation of scientific protocols / reports and lab procedures based on existing templates as well as contribute to compilation of SOPs
• Take over responsibility for specific tools / equipment and utilize special tools / equipment or specialized facilities as an expert
• Develop new methods or optimize existing laboratory methods/processes as well as contribute to development and implementation of new technologies
• Work according to appropriate laboratory standards for quality ethics health safety environment protection and information security. Support and participate in initiatives to ensure continuous improvement
• Use professional concepts companys policies and procedures to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways. Proactively identify conflict situations and contribute to solutions

Requirements

• Master degree in Chemical Engineering Biochemical Engineering Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent PhD is an advantage
• 13 years of successful experience in biotech / pharma industry with emphasis on biologics drug product formulation and process development manufacturing scaleup and technology transfer
• Experience in protein analytics lyophilization primary packaging development for biologics
• Experiences in BLA / MAA submission is an advantage
• Handson experience in drug product formulation development and analytics for biologics including control for each unit operation including mixing filtration and fill finish experiences in lyophilization and primary packaging development for biologics is an advantage
• Proficient in English spoken and written. Basic or proficient knowledge in German as local language is an advantage
• Strong skill in MS Office tools (Word Excel PowerPoint TEAMS) as well as Data & Digital savviness
• Highly structured and organized working style. Proven track record for working independently in development laboratory environment including basic knowledge on GLP and HSE requirements for development laboratories. Good understanding of data integrity requirements in development environment
• Basic understanding of statistical data analysis and skills in data presentation is an advantage

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday / 40h week
• Assumption of certification costs
• RekaCard with a 20% discount on up to CHF 2400
• Up to CHF 400 contribution to fitness subscription