Analytical Scientist

The Life Science Career Network CTC is a specialized search and recruitment partner for the Life Sciences industry, serving clients and candidates since 1997. We enable careers by connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities, and we support our clients in engaging, retaining, and developing the right talent when needed. 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. Analytical Scientist - 6601 We are currently looking for aAnalytical Scientistfor an initial12-month contract with the possibility of extensionto bebased inBasel areaSwitzerland. The perfect candidate holds aMaster's or Ph.D. in chemistry or pharmacy, coupled with a minimum of five years of experience within the pharmaceutical industry. A robust background in analytical development is paramount, with particular expertise in liquid chromatography and diverse detection methodologies. Main Responsibilities: Developing a phase-appropriate control strategy for pharmaceutical dosage forms, encompassing the active ingredient and its precursors. Collaborating effectively with stakeholders across various departments, including drug substance and drug product process development and manufacturing, Technical Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and both internal and external analytical partners (such as service providers and commercial manufacturing/testing/packaging sites). Coordinating comprehensive analytical activities, which involves generating physical and chemical data for materials, developing/improving and validating analytical test methods or other analytical controls, generating packaging-specific stability data, and ensuring thorough documentation. Coaching technicians on project work and serving as a central point of contact for project-related information. Qualifications and Experience: Relevant Swiss working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required; A Master's or Ph.D. in chemistry, pharmacy, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years (ideally) of professional experience within the pharmaceutical industry Solid experience in the analytical development of synthetic molecules in late phases and in writing regulatory documents . Profound expertise in analytical development , encompassing formulation development support and the implementation of a control strategy for impurities in Investigational New Drug (IND) and New Drug Application (NDA) filings A robust foundation in liquid chromatography ( HPLC and UHPLC ) with proficiency in various detection methods, including UV , Mass Spectrometry ( MS ), fluorescence , and charged aerosol detection. A comprehensive understanding of quality control principles is essential. Demonstrated experience in applying Good Manufacturing Practice ( GMP ) requirements and a clear understanding of their application across different clinical phases. Digital acumen to support digital transformation initiatives; familiarity with statistical analysis of analytical data is also advantageous. Excellent command of the English language. Proficiency in German is considered a plus. Superior communication skills and a proven ability to collaborate successfully. Open-minded, goal-oriented, and capable of thriving in a rapidly evolving environment Views challenges as opportunities and consistently demonstrates respectful collaboration with team members, customers, and stakeholders, even under pressure Would you like to learn more about CTC and the opportunity outlined? Please, get in contact with us: you may either use the 'apply now' button, or write an email to us, or reach out to us on the phone.