Job Description

unisite ag is a service provider in the field of Employer Branding & Talent Management. We provide consulting services to clients in the chemistry, pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and life sciences industries.
Our client, Pentapharm AG, is a Swiss SME with a lon
g-standing tradition as an innovative and reliable supplier of active ingredients for the personal care, pharmaceutical and haemostasis diagnostics industries.
On behalf of our client, we are currently looking for a:
Senior Scientist R&D Coagulation Diagnostics (m/f/d)
Location: Aesch, BL
Position
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scientist to join our R&D team and contribute to the development of coagulation diagnostic kits and reagents. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in driving scientific innovation, managing collaborative projects, and strengthening Pentapharm's position as a leader in hemostasis diagnostics.
Tasks

• Design, develop, and optimize coagulation diagnostic assays and reagents
• Lead feasibility studies, verification, and validation activities in compliance with ISO 13485 and IVDR requirements
• Document all activities according to quality system procedures and design control standards
• Initiate and manage R&D collaborations with diagnostic and pharmaceutical partners, including aspects of intellectual property, project scope, and data ownership
• Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Regulatory Affairs, and Compliance to ensure scientific and business alignment
• Publish scientific data and present company research at conferences and expert forums
• Contribute to innovation and patent applications to strengthen Pentapharm's technology base
• Stay abreast of scientific and competitive developments in the coagulation diagnostics field

Qualification

• PhD in Biochemistry, Hematology, Molecular Biology, or a related Life Science discipline
• Minimum 5-8 years of R&D experience in IVD or clinical diagnostics, ideally within coagulation
• Proven track record in assay development and design control under ISO 13485 or equivalent quality systems
• Experience in managing external R&D collaborations and familiarity with IP-related processes
• Strong scientific communication skills, with experience publishing or presenting at international meetings & events
• Strategic and innovative thinker with strong project management and teamwork capabilities
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken); German is an advantage

Seize this opportunity to shape your future - we look forward to receiving your application!
unisite ag
Die unisite ag ist ein Beratungsunternehmen und Dienstleister im Bereich Talent Management. Wir beraten Kunden aus den Bereichen Chemie, Pharma, Biotech, Medical Device & Life Sciences.

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