Analytical Lab Associate; Analyst in Biocatalysis Team KFR

Analytical Lab Associate (Analyst) in Biocatalysis Team (6795 - KFR)

Direct message the job poster from CTC Resourcing Solutions.

CTC are specialised industry experts who can help companies source the best talent and provide reliable HR and consulting services, support varied candidates in finding promising career opportunities and offer the latest in skill development training programmes.

Our client, an innovative and dynamic bio‑pharmaceutical company headquartered in Switzerland, covering multiple therapeutic areas, is looking for an Analytical Lab Associate (Analyst) in the Biocatalysis Team for a 36‑month contract (with possibility for extension) based in Basel, Switzerland.

As part of the Global Drug Development (GDD) team, you will join the Biocatalysis Team in Chemical & Analytical Development (CHAD) to unlock the next breakthroughs by enzyme evolution. As a highly motivated analytical lab technician, you will support and expand the development of biocatalytic processes. The success will have a direct impact on the sustainability of future production processes. The position is a perfect opportunity for an enthusiastic scientist to apply your expertise in an exciting and innovative pharmaceutical environment.

• Conduct high‑throughput routine analytics for a variety of compound classes with a focus on small molecules (oligonucleotides and proteins occasionally) using LC‑UV, LC‑MS, SFC‑UV, SFC‑MS, GC‑FID, GC‑MS, and Rapid Fire‑MS.
• Interpret analytical data using statistical tools as needed.
• Document analytical raw data utilizing a dedicated LIMS system to track samples and related analyses.
• Develop analytical methods for LC‑UV, LC‑MS, SFC‑UV, SFC‑MS, GC‑FID, GC‑MS, and Rapid Fire‑MS analysis.
• Maintain and troubleshoot analytical equipment.
• Assist with the development and execution of assays to support enzyme screenings in high‑throughput (HTP) format.

• Swiss working/residency permit and/or Swiss/EU Citizenship required.
• Lab technician or BSc/MSc level in analytical chemistry, ideally with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong general analytical background and familiarity with standard analytical techniques; experience with small molecule detection.
• Solid hands‑on experience with analytical instrumentation and excellent understanding of analytical separation, detection and measurement concepts.
• Comfortable with multitasking of repetitive routine operations.
• Strong organizational and documentation competence (e.g. record keeping, lab notebook, reports).
• Ready to work in an international and multidisciplinary team.
• Open‑minded personality and “can‑do” attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good communication skills in English (oral and written).
• Experience with small molecule detection by LC‑MS and GC‑MS.
• Knowledge of triple quadrupole mass spectrometry.
• Familiar with analytical software, e.g. Mass Hunter or Chromeleon.