Scientist

Job Description

Scientist

• Salary: CHF60
• REF Number: bh-71633
• Consultant: Robert Angrave
• Contact: 01246 457716
• Date Published: 04.11.2026
• Industry: Pharmaceutical
• Location: Neuchâtel, Switzerland
• Functional Expertise: Laboratory

CK QLS is recruiting a QC Scientist to join a pharmaceutical company in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

You will support the lifecycle management of analytical assays within the QC laboratories, with a focus on laboratory investigations, critical reagent qualification and analytical method transfers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead laboratory investigations, including root cause analysis, risk assessments and CAPAs.
• Prepare analytical method transfer protocols and reports.
• Author qualification plans and reports for critical reagents.
• Oversee validation and qualification activities, providing training and technical support to analysts.
• Execute and document laboratory experiments.
• Provide technical and statistical support to daily QC activities.
• Ensure activities comply with cGMP, internal procedures and EHS requirements.

Your background

• University or engineering degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology or Biochemistry.
• 1-2 years' experience in a GMP pharmaceutical environment, preferably involving recombinant therapeutic products.
• Experience working within a GMP laboratory.
• Good knowledge of analytical method transfer and critical reagent qualification.
• Experience in troubleshooting, problem solving and deviation management.
• Good knowledge of statistical tools and proficiency with standard IT applications.
• Fluent French and English, with C1 proficiency in both written and spoken communication.

You will be a collaborative and effective communicator, able to work independently, manage competing priorities and escalate issues appropriately.

To apply

Please submit your CV or contact Rob Angrave CK QLS for further information.

All applicants must have the right to work in Switzerland