Scientist - Analytical Chemistry (Pharma)

About the role

A Basel-based client in the pharmaceutical sector is looking for an analytical chemistry scientist. The role is on-site, full-time, starting 04/01/2027 for 18+ months, and supports the timely supply of drug substances and drug products for clinical use and future registration.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organise, interpret and report scientific experiments supporting the supply of drug substances and products.
• Write and review analytical documentation: methods, specifications, validation reports, stability reports and batch records.
• Coordinate analytical activities in cross-functional CMC project teams and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide scientific and technical guidance for outsourced activities and CRO work where required.
• Support or lead OOS, deviation and investigation activities, proposing solutions to GMP and technical challenges.
• Perform and document laboratory experiments in appropriate systems, following good documentation and laboratory practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Development or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a GMP environment.
• Fluent English, written and spoken; German is an advantage.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills, able to communicate clearly in a regulated environment.

Required skills

• HPLC and dissolution testing
• Chromeleon
• Quality management systems
• Statistical evaluation tools

The position is open to Swiss nationals, EU citizens and current work-permit holders for Switzerland; applicants must provide marital status, nationality, date of birth and a valid Swiss work permit. Applications are sent by email together with a daytime phone number.