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Analytical Project Leader (Scientist / Senior Scientist)

Our client is a pioneer in Drug Discovery and Development and one of the frontrunners in Personalised Healthcare. As the world`s largest R&D spender in the pharmaceutical and diagnostics domain, they work in a vast number of drug discovery & therapeutic areas and are highly recognized internationally. 

We are currently looking for an Analytical Project Leader for a 12-month contract based in Basel, Switzerland.

2 days a week home office possible after onboarding.

The Analytical Research & Development department is a key part of Synthetic Molecules Technical Development. It is globally responsible for advancing analytical methodologies, performing in-depth analyses of active pharmaceutical ingredients, and diverse dosage forms, as well as preparing detailed regulatory documentation for submission to health authorities.

In this role, you will join a motivated and experienced team of analytical scientists. You will lead the analytical development of synthetic molecule projects involving small molecules, from early development to commercialization. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and contribute to the development of life-changing medicines.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Developing a phase-appropriate control strategy for drug substances and drug products.
  • Collaborating effectively with stakeholders across various departments.
  • Coordinating comprehensive analytical activities, which involves generating physical and chemical data for materials, developing/improving and validating analytical test methods or other analytical controls and ensuring thorough documentation, timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
  • Coaching technicians and junior scientists on project work and serving as a central point of contact for project-related information.
  • Conduct work in compliance with cGMP where applicable, safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Supervise internal laboratory activities and / or testing activities at CLOs/CDMOs
  • Plan and document experiments/results independently and prepare for regulatory submissions such as IND and NDA.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required
  • Highly skilled and experienced Analytical Chemist with a strong background in small molecule analysis.
  • Master’s or Ph.D. in chemistry, pharmacy, or a related field, with at least three years of professional experience in analytical development of drug substances or drug products for small molecules
  • In-depth knowledge of chemistry, including synthesis, purification, and characterization
  • Expertise in key analytical techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC)
  • Proven experience in developing and validating ICH-compliant analytical methods
  • Proficiency in degradation and stability studies for small molecules, including forced degradation and impurity profiling
  • Understanding of key requirements for drug substances and drug product specifications
  • Excellent command of the English language
  • A strong quality mindset and excellent attention to detail
  • Digital savviness to support digital transformation initiatives; familiarity with statistical analysis of analytical data is also advantageous
  • Proficiency in German is a nice to have

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