Technical R&D - Analytical Project Lead

For one of our clients, an international pharma company in Basel, we are currently looking for a Technical R&D - Analytical Project Lead.


This opportunity lies within analytical development for synthetic molecules, where cutting-edge techniques like high-performance liquid chromatography, gas/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.

General Information:
 

• Start date: ASAP
• Latest start date: August 2026
• Planned employment duration: 12 months
• Extension: possible
• Contract: Temporary contract via Randstad (employment)
• Workplace: Basel
• Workload: 100%
• Home Office: max 1 day/week
• Working Hours: Standard

 

Tasks & Responsibilities:

 

 

• Serve as the Analytical SME/analytical project lead (APL), driving the development of state-of-the-art analytical control packages for synthetic molecules, including direct materials, IPCs, intermediates, and crude APIs.
• Actively contribute to portfolio delivery by ensuring efficient and effective process development analytics, including the adoption of modern techniques like modeling and simulation.
• Coaching technicians and junior scientists on project work and serving as a central point of contact for project-related information
• Supervise internal laboratory activities and / or testing activities at CLOs/CDMOs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with key partners in research and early development, Regulatory, and Quality to ensure seamless project execution and alignment.
• Author, review, and approve critical documents and regulatory dossiers (e.g., QIMPD, NDA) while ensuring compliance with quality standards and data integrity.
• Act as a Chemistry Project Lead (CPL), leading external testing activities at CDMOs or CLOs, and contributing to the hiring and coaching of new colleagues.

Must Haves:
 

• Master's or Ph.D. in chemistry, pharmacy, or a related field
• Min. 5 years of professional experience within the analytical development of synthetic molecules drug substances
• A robust foundation in liquid chromatography (HPLC and UHPLC) with proficiency in various detection methods, including UV, Mass Spectrometry (MS), fluorescence, and charged aerosol detection
• Solid understanding of analytical chemistry, particularly chromatographic techniques (HPLC, GC), titrations, and various physicochemical methods.
• Excellent collaboration, technical supervision, and project management skills, with a structured and rigorous approach.
• Digital acumen to support digital transformation initiatives; familiarity with statistical analysis of analytical data is also advantageous.
• Excellent command of the English language. 

Nice to Haves:
 

• Proficiency in German is considered a plus

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!