Analytical lab tech - Oligonucleotide development
Gi Life Sciences BaselFor Our Client Hoffman La-Roche, we are looking for a motivated
Analytical Laboratory Technician - Oligonucleotide Development
Location: Basel, Switzerland
Start Date: 01 May 2026
Workload: 100%
Contract Duration: 12 months (possible extension)
Analytical lab tech - Oligonucleotide development
About the Role
Behind every medicine developed or manufactured at Roche is the work of
Pharma Global Technical Operations
, a global network of 10,000+ employees dedicated to delivering innovative therapies to patients worldwide. Within this community,
Pharma Technical Development
drives the creation and advancement of new medicines through scientific excellence, creativity, and collaboration.
You will join the
Analytical Research & Development
group within
Synthetic Molecules Technical Development (PTDC)
-a team responsible for the analytical method development that enables safe, high quality drug substances and products for clinical trials.
This role focuses on
analytical development for synthetic oligonucleotides
, contributing directly to the release and control strategy of novel therapies.
Key Responsibilities
•
Perform routine analytical measurements for oligonucleotides, primarily using
HPLC (UV / Single Quad MS)
.
•
Plan, execute, and document experiments in close collaboration with a team of five laboratory associates.
•
Operate analytical instruments using
Empower
or
OpenLab
chromatography data systems.
•
Evaluate and interpret data using
Genedata
or
Oligo Analysis Accelerator
.
•
Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for oligonucleotide quality assessment.
•
Work in full compliance with
GxP standards
and internal SOPs.
What You Bring
Must Haves
•
Completed
vocational scientific training
(e.g., apprenticeship as a Chemical Laboratory Technician, Chemielaborant).
•
2-3 years of experience
in the pharmaceutical industry (no Bachelor/Master/PhD).
•
Hands on experience with
HPLC and MS
(required).
•
Strong interest or direct experience in
oligonucleotide analytics
.
•
Quality-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
•
Familiarity with GxP requirements across clinical development phases.
•
Proactive, open-minded, team-oriented working style.
•
Good command of
English
(German is a plus).
Nice-to-Haves
•
Knowledge of
LC MS
applications and instruments.
•
Experience with
large molecule / biologics analytics
.
Gi Group SA Switzerland
June Racchi
