QC Associate Scientist

An life-changing opportunity has arisen for a QC Associate Scientist in Basel. This role will work directly with a Cell and Genes team, performing test and other activities to support the bianalytics team.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and perform Bio-Analytical testing such as Flow, ELISA, cell count, cell viability, re-sidual bead assessment, qPCR, Potency, in collaboration with experienced team members, if necessary.
• Perform all testing and activities compliantly following appropriate SOPs and proce-dures.
• Maintain controls, reagents and reference standards to support testing.
• Work on shifts covering daytime / evening and one or both weekend days.
• Review data generated by other team members.
• Contributes to the setup and optimization of infrastructure or specialized facilities e.g. cell culture or qPCR labs as an expert w/ adequate guidance.
• Evaluate/qualify and maintain lab equipment.
• Execute validation/transfers/optimization of test methods as per appropriate protocols.
• Knowledge of LabWare LIMS and/or other QC data systems.
• Maintain GMP/GLP quality systems.
• Review of laboratory logbooks and laboratory cleaning.
• Performing daily equipment startup and PQ
• Assure stock of reagents and materials

Skills and Requirements

• Commercial degree as BTA or MTA or BSc degree (candidates with an MSc degree might get considered also) in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology or other related discipline
• 2-5 years (for candidates with a Masters degree 0-2 years) industry working experience in the pharmaceutical, biologics, microbiology, sterile manufacture, or medical device industry.
• Understanding of the concepts of GMP and GLP
• Knowledge of bioassay test methods like Cell counts, Elisa, Flow cytometry.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of individuals in various aspects of operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Able to proof work and identify non-standard format or wording, and errors within documents

To Apply

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