Analytical Project Leader / Scientist / Senior Scientist (m/w/d) – Basel
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Wir suchen eine:n Senior Associate Scientist / Analytical Development (m/w/d) – Basel
We are currently looking for an experienced Analytical Project Leader / Scientist / Senior Scientist for a temporary assignment in Basel within Analytical Development & Quality Control.
The Analytical Research & Development department is part of Synthetic Molecules Technical Development and is globally responsible for advancing analytical methodologies, performing in-depth analyses of active pharmaceutical ingredients and dosage forms, and preparing regulatory documentation for submissions to health authorities.
In this role, you will lead analytical development activities for small molecule projects, from early development stages through to commercialization. You will work closely with internal laboratories, cross-functional stakeholders and external partners such as CLOs/CDMOs.
General Conditions
Start date: asap
Latest possible start date: 1 August 2026
Duration: 12 months
Extension: rather unlikely
Workload: 100%
Location: Basel
Home office: possible, up to 2 days per week after onboarding
Travel: no
Working hours: standard working hours
GMP environment: yes
Criminal record extract: not required
Main Responsibilities
- Develop a phase-appropriate control strategy for drug substances and drug products
- Coordinate analytical activities within assigned small molecule development projects
- Generate physical and chemical data for materials, drug substances and drug products
- Develop, improve and validate analytical test methods and other analytical controls
- Ensure complete, high-quality and timely documentation of analytical activities and results
- Plan and document experiments and results independently
- Prepare analytical documentation for regulatory submissions such as IND and NDA
- Supervise internal laboratory activities and/or testing activities at CLOs/CDMOs
- Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different departments
- Coach technicians and junior scientists on project-related activities
- Act as a central point of contact for analytical project information
- Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with cGMP, safety standards and regulatory requirements
Must Haves
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in chemistry, pharmacy or a related field
- At least 3 years of professional experience in analytical development of drug substances or drug products for small molecules
- Strong knowledge of chemistry, including synthesis, purification and characterization
- Expertise in key analytical techniques, especially HPLC and UPLC
- Proven experience in developing and validating ICH-compliant analytical methods
- Experience with degradation and stability studies for small molecules, including forced degradation and impurity profiling
- Understanding of key requirements for drug substance and drug product specifications
- Excellent command of English
- Strong quality mindset and excellent attention to detail
- Ability to coordinate analytical work across internal and external stakeholders
- Open-minded, goal-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-developing environment
- Strong collaboration skills, also in stressful project situations
Nice to Haves
- German language skills
- Familiarity with statistical analysis of analytical data
- Digital savviness and interest in supporting digital transformation initiatives
- Experience working with external laboratories, CLOs or CDMOs
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is an experienced analytical chemist with a strong background in small molecule drug development. They should bring hands-on expertise in HPLC/UPLC, ICH-compliant analytical method development and validation, stability studies, forced degradation and impurity profiling.
This role is not only focused on laboratory execution. The ideal person should also be able to coordinate analytical project activities, manage internal and external stakeholders, supervise laboratory or external testing activities, ensure high-quality documentation and contribute to regulatory submissions. A strong cGMP mindset, attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a dynamic project environment are essential.
Manpower Basel
Herr Leroy Omokhuale
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+4158 307 31 00
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