Analytical Associate in Analytical Development for Synthetic Molecules

For one of our clients, a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals, we are currently looking for an Analytical Associate in Analytical Development for Synthetic Molecules.

General Information: 

• Start date: 01.12.2025 
• Latest possible start date: 01.01.2026
• Duration: 12 months
• Workplace: Basel 
• Workload: 100%
• Remote/Home Office: No
• Working hours: Standard
• Department: PTDCA
• Team: 10-12 people

About the job:

Pharma Technical Development (PTD) is a global team of over 2,000 experts focused on developing innovative medicines to address patients' needs.

Within PTD, Synthetic Molecules Technical Development (PTDC) specializes in drug substance, drug product, and analytical sciences. PTDC is instrumental in advancing the synthetic molecules pipeline, supporting research, early development, and clinical trials through technical innovation and collaboration.

This opportunity lies within analytical development for synthetic molecules, where cutting-edge techniques like high-performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, ion chromatography and mass spectrometry are employed to develop efficient and robust analytical methods. The goal is to ensure the release of clinical trial products and their eventual commercial supply through a strong control strategy.

Your Profile:

• Hold a solid vocational qualification or a bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in analytical method development within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficient in analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and KF, apply GxP principles confidently.
• Possess strong scientific writing and documentation skills.
• An innovative and quality-driven mindset, they demonstrate adaptability, digital fluency, reliability, and a proactive, collaborative approach in a dynamic environment.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Development, improvement and validation of analytical methods for the quality assessment of starting materials, intermediates, reaction monitoring, active substances and galenical forms.
• Thorough and efficient planning, execution and documentation of experiments in collaboration with the relevant team members, analytical project lead and your supervisor, following current GxP guidelines as well as the relevant SOP’s.
• Work on end to end processes in close collaboration with other associates, scientists, and partners from other departments to ensure efficient analytics and continuous improvement.
• Coordination of analytical activities including sample management for the development of synthetic products.
• Authoring of documents, e.g. analytical procedures, and validation reports.
• Routinely apply GxP requirements where necessary, and understand how to exert them in different clinical phases.

Must-Haves:

• You hold a solid vocational qualification with at least 1-3 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a strong focus on analytical methods development (i.e. chromatography) or a bachelor's degree (Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related field). The role does not require any further academic qualifications.
• Hands-on experience in analytical instrumentation and techniques (e.g. HPLC, GC, KF)
• Routinely apply GxP requirements where necessary, and understand how to exert them in different clinical phases.
• Excellent command of English. Good command of German would be a plus.
• A strong interest / background in analytical methods development.
• A good scientific writing style and good documentation practice for utilization of corresponding data in regulatory filings.
• Excellent digital skills and innovative mindset.
• Preparedness to learn, continuously improve and apply novel ideas, tools and processes to quickly adapt to a fast changing environment.
• Self-motivated, open-minded, proactive, reliable, goal-oriented and an excellent team player.
• A strong quality mindset and excellent attention to detail.

Take the lead in pioneering innovative analytical techniques while contributing to the successful delivery of clinical and commercial therapies—apply now and help shape the future of healthcare! We look forward to receiving your application. 

Application Submission Deadline: 31.10.2025