About this role

For one of our clients, a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals, we are currently looking for a Laboratory Specialist in QC Microbiology.

General Information:

Start Date: 01.01.2027
Latest possible start date: 01.02.2027
Planned Employment Duration: 6 months with the possibility of extension
Workplace: Kaiseraugst
Workload: 65%
Home Office: Not possible
Department: MMQIAB8H QC mEMT
Working Hours: Standard, occasional weekend/holiday shifts

About the job:

As a Laboratory Specialist QC Microbiology in the "QC mEMT Kaiseraugst" group within Pharmaceutical Quality Control, you will ensure reliable and efficient microbiological environmental monitoring for our manufacturing clients at the Kaiseraugst site, safeguarding the quality of our products and ultimately the well-being of patients.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate holds a completed degree in life sciences (e.g., biotechnology, microbiology, or bioengineering) and has at least two years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry within a GMP-regulated environment. They bring in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical quality systems, consistently act with a quality- and compliance-oriented mindset, and demonstrate strategic thinking along with the ability to take ownership and reliably deliver results. Through a structured, team-oriented approach to work and fluent German and English skills, they build trusted relationships and actively contribute to continuous process improvement.

Tasks & responsibilities:

Initiate and process Deviation Reports (DRs) and assessments, including alignment with relevant cross-functional interfaces and QA.
Oversee the end-to-end deviation process from initiation upon detection, through Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and 5-Why analysis, to recurrence prevention via implementation of required Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
Plan, coordinate, and document Change Requests for processes and methods within the unit.
Author and update test procedures, SOPs, and other GMP documentation.
Professionally execute specialized assignments as well as routine laboratory and service tasks according to instructions from the Planning and Coordination Leader (PCL) or Unit Lead, documenting them in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines.
Ensure competent, high-performing, and GMP-compliant analytics by adhering to all relevant guidelines, SOPs, as well as regulatory and registration requirements.
Plan, coordinate, and participate in cross-functional projects within QC and in collaboration with manufacturing clients.
Willingness to work occasionally on public holidays.

Must Haves:

Completed degree in the life sciences (e.g., Biotechnology, Microbiology, Bioengineering, or equivalent degree; Bachelor’s or Master’s)
Preferably 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry within a GMP-regulated environment or equivalent (e.g., as a Microbiologist, QA Assistant)
In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical quality systems and standards
Fluent in German and English
Accountability, decisiveness, and track record of delivering expected results
Ability to build trusting and successful relationships
Strong organizational skills, strategic thinking, and ability to translate strategies into actionable plans
Team-oriented mindset focused on continuous process improvement and consistent performance

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