Scientist - Quality Control

Scientist - Quality Control (French Speaking)

Location: Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Contract Type: Temporary contract
Contract Duration: 9 months
Start Date: 1 December 2026Position Overview

The Scientist is accountable for life cycle management activities relating to analytical assays performed in the Quality Control Laboratories in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, with a particular focus on:

• Laboratory investigations
• Critical material qualification
• Laboratory method transfers

In addition, the Scientist supports daily Quality Control activities in accordance with cGMP requirements, and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.Key Responsibilities

Validation and Qualification Activities

• Author transfer protocols and reports for analytical assays.
• Author qualification plans and reports for critical reagents.
• Oversee validation and qualification activities executed by analysts.
• Provide training and support to analysts.
• Execute and document experiments.

Investigation Leadership

• Investigate and troubleshoot problems to determine appropriate solutions or provide recommendations for improvements or changes.
• Conduct and participate in risk assessments, root cause analyses, and investigations.
• Take ownership of laboratory investigations and Corrective and Preventive Actions.

Quality Control Support Activities

• Support the application of industry-specific compliance standards and regulations to assay life cycle management activities.
• Participate in daily Quality Control activities upon request.
• Provide technical and statistical support.

Education and Professional Experience

• University or engineering degree in analytical chemistry, biotechnology, or biochemistry.
• One to two years of experience in GMP pharmaceutical activities, preferably involving recombinant therapeutic products within a pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience in GMP laboratory activities.
• Good knowledge of method transfers.
• Good knowledge of critical reagent qualification.
• Experience in problem-solving and deviation management.
• Good knowledge of statistical tools.
• Fluent French and English, with a minimum C1 level in both written and spoken communication.
• Proficiency in all aspects of standard IT tools.

Competencies

• Excellent collaboration skills and a strong teamwork mindset.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and recognise when issues need to be escalated for resolution.
• Effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesise information.
• Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback.

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