Analytical Expert (6691)

CTC is a specialized search and recruitment partner for the Life Sciences industry, serving clients and candidates since 1997. We enable careers by connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities, and we support our clients in engaging, retaining, and developing the right talent when needed.

Our client is a leading global player in the Pharmaceutical industry with global headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. The organisation focusses on novel therapies in Oncology and Ophthalmology and is also currently developing a world-leading pipeline in Neuroscience and Dermatology with one of the strongest pipelines of Phase II/III studies in the world. For their HQ in Basel, we are currently looking for a:

Analytical Expert

on a 12 months-contract, with possibility of extension.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise in parenteral dosage forms, peptide analytics, and radioligand therapy (RLT) to drive innovation across our robust and evolving development pipeline.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, execute, and interpret scientific experiments to support timely DS and DP supply.
• Develop, write, and review critical analytical documentation, including analytical methods, specifications, validation reports, stability reports, batch records for stability and release testing.
• Lead analytical method development for peptide drug substances and RLT drug products.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder interactions, including oversight of outsourced activities to CROs, ensuring scientific and technical quality.
• Identify scientific, technological, and GMP challenges proactively and offer innovative, compliant solutions.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions by preparing high-quality analytical CMC documents.
• Lead analytical activities such as impurity profiling, method validation, and stability studies for RLT compounds.
• Provide scientific guidance across global, cross-functional project teams.
• Foster a collaborative, solution-oriented environment within project teams and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, Quality Directives, Health and Safety, and internal company guidelines.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required.
• PhD in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years\‘ experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong track record in analytical development under GMP conditions.
• Strong expertise in analytical documentation writing (Stability Reports, Validation Protocols, IND/IMPD modules, etc.)
• Broad scientific understanding in chemistry, pharmaceutical, and analytical sciences.
• Advanced proficiency in key laboratory tools (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) and data evaluation/statistical tools.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and regulatory requirements for analytical development.
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with parenteral dosage forms, peptide analytics, and RLT (Radioligand Therapy) is a plus.

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