Expert Science and Technology - Downstream Process Development (m/w/d)

Project overview

Expert Science and Technology - Downstream Process Development (M/F/D)

Responsibilities

Qualification:

• Plan and perform scientific experiments for the preparation and timely delivery of drug substances (DS) manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate within a multifunctional project team coordinated by a Project Leader.
• Conduct experiments related to purification processes (e.g., chromatography or filtration).
• Contribute to project-related scientific/technical activities with guidance from experienced team members.
• Maintain lab instruments and infrastructure, ensuring quality, quantity, and timelines in all assigned projects.
• Document scientific experiments and plant activities and optimize existing methods to develop more efficient ones.
• Communicate and address problems, perform safety and literature searches, and manage chemicals and solvents within your area of responsibility.
• Collaborate with other team members to facilitate deliveries of DS.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an associate scientist/associate expert or a completed Bachelor’s degree
• Proven experience in safe handling of chemicals, potentially dangerous materials, and equipment.
• Strong scientific or technical knowledge in a specific area (e.g. biotechnology).
• Proficiency with laboratory and technical tools, as well as software and computer tools.
• Experience with downstream development technologies like chromatography or filtration is a plus.
• Basic presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Technician with continuing education (EU) or BS or equivalent.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).

Project details

12.12.2026

24 months

Capacity: 5 days per week

Basel, Switzerland (100% on-site)

• Start: ASAP
• Duration: 24 months
• Remote: remote
• Location: Basel, Switzerland, CH