Job Description

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Our client is a leading global player in the Pharmaceutical industry with global headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. They are undergoing a transformation with respect to culture and outside perception. 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.
We are currently looking for a passionate:
Analytical Expert
with deep expertise in small molecules to support the development and supply of innovative medicines.
The contract will be 14 months contract with possibility of extension.
Main Responsibilities:

• Plan, interpret, and report results from analytical experiments to support the timely supply of drug substances (DS) and drug products (DP).
• Perform raw data checks for outsourced analytical activities.
• Write and review key analytical documentation, including analytical methods, specifications, validation reports, stability reports, and batch records.
• Collaborate within global project teams and manage scientific communication with internal and external partners (e.g., CROs).
• Provide technical and scientific guidance to ensure compliance with GMP standards and project timelines.
• Identify and address scientific, technical, or GMP challenges with proactive, innovative solutions.
• Ensure full compliance with SOPs, GMP, quality standards, and health & safety policies.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required.
• PhD or Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in GMP-regulated environments.
• Strong background in analytical documentation: stability testing, method validation, specifications, etc.
• Extensive experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS, and other key instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and statistical evaluation tools.
• Proficiency in scientific/technical writing and software commonly used in pharma labs.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Desirable: Experience with inhaled dosage forms.

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