Associate Scientist - Downstream Process Development

One of our clients is looking for an Associate Scientist with experience in Downstream Process Development (DSP). The successful candidate will support the development of biologics manufacturing processes through hands-on laboratory experiments, purification activities and collaboration with cross-functional project teams.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and document experiments for biologics downstream process development.
• Perform purification activities using chromatography and/or filtration technologies .
• Support experimental design, method optimisation and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate experimental data and prepare scientific/technical documentation.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and infrastructure.
• Handle chemicals, solvents and laboratory equipment in accordance with safety requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams to support the timely delivery of drug substance manufacturing processes.
• Communicate experimental results, technical issues and potential solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences or a related scientific/technical field, or equivalent technical education.
• Hands-on experience in biologics downstream process development (DSP) .
• Experience with chromatography and/or filtration is highly desirable.
• Experience in experimental design, execution and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive and collaborative working style with good communication skills.
• Good scientific/technical documentation skills.
• Fluent English , written and spoken.

Location: Basel, Switzerland

Duration: 2 years

Type: on-site